salaryLincoln is 3% cheaperBased 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
$1,328
$1,480
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,219
$1,394
💵 Families earn per year
$77,509
$61,916
🔑 Buying a house
$264,000
$294,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
93.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,023
$2,540
⚡ Electric bill per month
$104
$208
👥 People living there
294,856
201,875
Commute to work
18.4 min
19.1 min
College degree
41.8%
51.3%
Own their home
56.1%
40.6%
Below poverty line
12.7%
23.6%
Unemployment
3.3%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Tallahassee for a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lincoln | Tallahassee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck Driver | $81,790 | $46,470 | -43% in Tallahassee |
| Police Officer | $93,680 | $67,200 | -28% in Tallahassee |
| Medical Assistant | $47,190 | $36,880 | -22% in Tallahassee |
| Plumber | $60,670 | $48,540 | -20% in Tallahassee |
| Software Developer | $101,690 | $121,800 | +20% in Tallahassee |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $87,500 | $72,510 | -17% in Tallahassee |
| Dental Hygienist | $95,100 | $79,520 | -16% in Tallahassee |
| Pharmacist | $149,590 | $130,620 | -13% in Tallahassee |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln or Tallahassee cheaper to live in?
Lincoln is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,328 a month there versus $1,480 in Tallahassee.
What salary do I need in Tallahassee to match $60,000 in Lincoln?
About $61,532 a year gives the same standard of living in Tallahassee.
Where do people earn more, Lincoln or Tallahassee?
The typical household earns $77,509 in Lincoln and $61,916 in Tallahassee, 25% more in Lincoln.