salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Omaha to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,537
$1,448
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,367
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$78,947
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$245,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
91.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$4,128
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$131
👥 People living there
185,783
488,837
Commute to work
18.5 min
19.6 min
College degree
36%
40.1%
Own their home
52.4%
57.4%
Below poverty line
19.1%
13.5%
Unemployment
5.4%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes.
- Pick Omaha for lower rent, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chattanooga | Omaha | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $80,280 | +56% in Omaha |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,240 | $34,290 | +41% in Omaha |
| Firefighter | $46,060 | $61,040 | +33% in Omaha |
| HVAC Technician | $50,950 | $62,570 | +23% in Omaha |
| Medical Assistant | $40,160 | $48,010 | +20% in Omaha |
| Software Developer | $106,750 | $125,220 | +17% in Omaha |
| Nurse Practitioner | $116,480 | $133,760 | +15% in Omaha |
| Electrician | $72,330 | $62,440 | -14% in Omaha |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Omaha cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga and Omaha cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Omaha to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $60,293 a year gives the same standard of living in Omaha.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Omaha?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $78,947 in Omaha, 12% more in Omaha.