salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tallahassee to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,242
$1,480
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$1,394
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$61,916
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$294,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
93.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$2,540
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$208
👥 People living there
268,589
201,875
Commute to work
21.5 min
19.1 min
College degree
29%
51.3%
Own their home
61.9%
40.6%
Below poverty line
16%
23.6%
Unemployment
5.6%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Tallahassee for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Wayne | Tallahassee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $77,110 | $48,540 | -37% in Tallahassee |
| Electrician | $71,290 | $54,090 | -24% in Tallahassee |
| Carpenter | $60,400 | $46,870 | -22% in Tallahassee |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $28,650 | $34,850 | +22% in Tallahassee |
| Truck Driver | $59,050 | $46,470 | -21% in Tallahassee |
| Software Developer | $101,560 | $121,800 | +20% in Tallahassee |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $90,300 | $72,510 | -20% in Tallahassee |
| Medical Assistant | $45,220 | $36,880 | -18% in Tallahassee |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Tallahassee cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne and Tallahassee cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tallahassee to match $60,000 in Fort Wayne?
About $60,873 a year gives the same standard of living in Tallahassee.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Tallahassee?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $61,916 in Tallahassee, 7% more in Fort Wayne.
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