salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tulsa to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,537
$1,204
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,160
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$64,535
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$205,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
89.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$2,005
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$140
👥 People living there
185,783
413,794
Commute to work
18.5 min
18.9 min
College degree
36%
33.6%
Own their home
52.4%
51.9%
Below poverty line
19.1%
18.7%
Unemployment
5.4%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Tulsa for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chattanooga | Tulsa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $147,640 | $108,220 | -27% in Tulsa |
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $64,190 | +25% in Tulsa |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,240 | $18,350 | -24% in Tulsa |
| Dental Hygienist | $83,460 | $100,350 | +20% in Tulsa |
| Nurse Practitioner | $116,480 | $139,460 | +20% in Tulsa |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,830 | $48,220 | -19% in Tulsa |
| HVAC Technician | $50,950 | $58,750 | +15% in Tulsa |
| Customer Service Representative | $45,030 | $38,560 | -14% in Tulsa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Tulsa cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga and Tulsa cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tulsa to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $58,524 a year gives the same standard of living in Tulsa.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Tulsa?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $64,535 in Tulsa, 8% more in Chattanooga.