salaryChattanooga is 15% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in St. Paul to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,537
$1,443
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,553
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$79,155
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$294,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
104.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$3,822
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$143
👥 People living there
185,783
307,284
Commute to work
18.5 min
21.1 min
College degree
36%
43.8%
Own their home
52.4%
52.9%
Below poverty line
19.1%
15.6%
Unemployment
5.4%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
- Pick St. Paul for lower rent, higher incomes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chattanooga | St. Paul | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $97,190 | +89% in St. Paul |
| Plumber | $58,720 | $101,630 | +73% in St. Paul |
| HVAC Technician | $50,950 | $77,490 | +52% in St. Paul |
| Market Research Analyst | $66,460 | $97,910 | +47% in St. Paul |
| Carpenter | $50,760 | $74,060 | +46% in St. Paul |
| Dental Hygienist | $83,460 | $112,630 | +35% in St. Paul |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,830 | $79,730 | +33% in St. Paul |
| Medical Assistant | $40,160 | $52,570 | +31% in St. Paul |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or St. Paul cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,537 a month there versus $1,443 in St. Paul.
What salary do I need in St. Paul to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $68,763 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Paul.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or St. Paul?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $79,155 in St. Paul, 12% more in St. Paul.