salaryChattanooga is 23% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in New York to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,537
$2,806
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$2,016
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$86,801
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$777,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
112.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$6,547
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$132
👥 People living there
185,783
8,483,844
Commute to work
18.5 min
40.3 min
College degree
36%
41.6%
Own their home
52.4%
32.8%
Below poverty line
19.1%
17.9%
Unemployment
5.4%
8%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick New York for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chattanooga | New York | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $46,060 | $106,420 | +131% in New York |
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $105,540 | +106% in New York |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,240 | $47,610 | +96% in New York |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,830 | $96,900 | +62% in New York |
| Software Developer | $106,750 | $166,830 | +56% in New York |
| HVAC Technician | $50,950 | $77,990 | +53% in New York |
| Operations Manager | $102,920 | $157,000 | +53% in New York |
| Market Research Analyst | $66,460 | $100,520 | +51% in New York |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or New York cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga is about 23% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,537 a month there versus $2,806 in New York.
What salary do I need in New York to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $73,841 a year gives the same standard of living in New York.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or New York?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $86,801 in New York, 20% more in New York.