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
$1,463
$1,480
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,239
$1,394
💵 Families earn per year
$74,933
$61,916
🔑 Buying a house
$293,500
$294,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
93.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,542
$2,540
⚡ Electric bill per month
$140
$208
👥 People living there
323,725
201,875
Commute to work
20.9 min
19.1 min
College degree
48.3%
51.3%
Own their home
53.8%
40.6%
Below poverty line
14.9%
23.6%
Unemployment
4.9%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Lexington-Fayette 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 | Lexington-Fayette | Tallahassee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $95,500 | $72,510 | -24% in Tallahassee |
| Plumber | $61,870 | $48,540 | -22% in Tallahassee |
| Accountant | $77,780 | $61,840 | -20% in Tallahassee |
| Operations Manager | $80,440 | $95,250 | +18% in Tallahassee |
| Truck Driver | $56,950 | $46,470 | -18% in Tallahassee |
| Warehouse Worker | $41,910 | $35,610 | -15% in Tallahassee |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,380 | $34,180 | -13% in Tallahassee |
| Civil Engineer | $103,090 | $90,840 | -12% in Tallahassee |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lexington-Fayette or Tallahassee cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette 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 Lexington-Fayette?
About $60,665 a year gives the same standard of living in Tallahassee.
Where do people earn more, Lexington-Fayette or Tallahassee?
The typical household earns $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette and $61,916 in Tallahassee, 21% more in Lexington-Fayette.
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