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
$1,364
$1,480
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$1,394
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$61,916
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$294,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
93.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$2,540
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$208
👥 People living there
222,791
201,875
Commute to work
19.7 min
19.1 min
College degree
47.2%
51.3%
Own their home
58.3%
40.6%
Below poverty line
12.6%
23.6%
Unemployment
4.1%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville 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 | Huntsville | Tallahassee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $107,350 | $72,510 | -32% in Tallahassee |
| Operations Manager | $136,340 | $95,250 | -30% in Tallahassee |
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $79,520 | +27% in Tallahassee |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,990 | $34,850 | +25% in Tallahassee |
| Lawyer | $133,220 | $103,320 | -22% in Tallahassee |
| Accountant | $79,220 | $61,840 | -22% in Tallahassee |
| Truck Driver | $56,690 | $46,470 | -18% in Tallahassee |
| Physician Assistant | $107,230 | $125,410 | +17% in Tallahassee |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Tallahassee cheaper to live in?
Huntsville 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 Huntsville?
About $60,546 a year gives the same standard of living in Tallahassee.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Tallahassee?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $61,916 in Tallahassee, 30% more in Huntsville.
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