salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Knoxville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,277
$1,544
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,056
$1,305
💵 Families earn per year
$44,004
$58,281
🔑 Buying a house
$102,000
$239,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,759
$1,527
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$180
👥 People living there
366,097
195,185
Commute to work
22.5 min
20.2 min
College degree
22.4%
34.6%
Own their home
41.7%
46.6%
Below poverty line
30.6%
20.2%
Unemployment
10.8%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Cleveland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Knoxville for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cleveland | Knoxville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $80,280 | $56,380 | -30% in Knoxville |
| Firefighter | $62,720 | $47,160 | -25% in Knoxville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,260 | $28,100 | -23% in Knoxville |
| Physician Assistant | $135,860 | $107,980 | -21% in Knoxville |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,470 | $61,980 | -19% in Knoxville |
| Electrician | $70,860 | $58,640 | -17% in Knoxville |
| Carpenter | $60,650 | $50,400 | -17% in Knoxville |
| Nurse Practitioner | $130,800 | $109,740 | -16% in Knoxville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cleveland or Knoxville cheaper to live in?
Cleveland and Knoxville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Knoxville to match $60,000 in Cleveland?
About $59,135 a year gives the same standard of living in Knoxville.
Where do people earn more, Cleveland or Knoxville?
The typical household earns $44,004 in Cleveland and $58,281 in Knoxville, 24% more in Knoxville.