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
$1,278
$1,480
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,200
$1,394
💵 Families earn per year
$72,097
$61,916
🔑 Buying a house
$233,900
$294,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
93.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,989
$2,540
⚡ Electric bill per month
$167
$208
👥 People living there
631,818
201,875
Commute to work
22.5 min
19.1 min
College degree
33.8%
51.3%
Own their home
60.7%
40.6%
Below poverty line
15.8%
23.6%
Unemployment
5.5%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Louisville 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 | Louisville | Tallahassee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $74,680 | $48,540 | -35% in Tallahassee |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $97,970 | $72,510 | -26% in Tallahassee |
| Warehouse Worker | $46,830 | $35,610 | -24% in Tallahassee |
| Truck Driver | $59,000 | $46,470 | -21% in Tallahassee |
| Nursing Assistant | $42,220 | $34,180 | -19% in Tallahassee |
| Accountant | $76,320 | $61,840 | -19% in Tallahassee |
| Carpenter | $56,520 | $46,870 | -17% in Tallahassee |
| Lawyer | $124,530 | $103,320 | -17% in Tallahassee |
Frequently asked questions
Is Louisville or Tallahassee cheaper to live in?
Louisville 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 Louisville?
About $60,545 a year gives the same standard of living in Tallahassee.
Where do people earn more, Louisville or Tallahassee?
The typical household earns $72,097 in Louisville and $61,916 in Tallahassee, 16% more in Louisville.
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