salaryChattanooga is 13% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Plano to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,537
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$176
👥 People living there
185,783
290,594
Commute to work
18.5 min
25.4 min
College degree
36%
60.5%
Own their home
52.4%
56.9%
Below poverty line
19.1%
6.8%
Unemployment
5.4%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Plano for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chattanooga | Plano | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $92,910 | +81% in Plano |
| Firefighter | $46,060 | $64,900 | +41% in Plano |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $93,350 | $122,520 | +31% in Plano |
| Registered Nurse | $79,770 | $101,420 | +27% in Plano |
| Software Developer | $106,750 | $133,290 | +25% in Plano |
| Dental Hygienist | $83,460 | $101,870 | +22% in Plano |
| Electrician | $72,330 | $59,010 | -18% in Plano |
| HVAC Technician | $50,950 | $59,560 | +17% in Plano |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Plano cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,537 a month there versus $2,010 in Plano.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $67,627 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Plano?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $121,065 in Plano, 43% more in Plano.