salaryChattanooga is 13% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tempe to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,537
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$146
👥 People living there
185,783
188,065
Commute to work
18.5 min
20.9 min
College degree
36%
50%
Own their home
52.4%
42.3%
Below poverty line
19.1%
15.8%
Unemployment
5.4%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Tempe for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chattanooga | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,240 | $47,530 | +96% in Tempe |
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $85,050 | +66% in Tempe |
| Firefighter | $46,060 | $61,780 | +34% in Tempe |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $58,580 | $78,080 | +33% in Tempe |
| Registered Nurse | $79,770 | $100,830 | +26% in Tempe |
| Software Developer | $106,750 | $131,750 | +23% in Tempe |
| Dental Hygienist | $83,460 | $102,520 | +23% in Tempe |
| Cashier | $28,440 | $34,920 | +23% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,537 a month there versus $1,953 in Tempe.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $67,775 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Tempe?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $85,917 in Tempe, 19% more in Tempe.