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
$1,399
$1,480
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,194
$1,394
💵 Families earn per year
$55,797
$61,916
🔑 Buying a house
$169,000
$294,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.2
93.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,845
$2,540
⚡ Electric bill per month
$223
$208
👥 People living there
618,980
201,875
Commute to work
21.1 min
19.1 min
College degree
28%
51.3%
Own their home
44.9%
40.6%
Below poverty line
23.1%
23.6%
Unemployment
8.3%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Memphis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Tallahassee for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Memphis | Tallahassee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,550 | $34,850 | +42% in Tallahassee |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $100,640 | $72,510 | -28% in Tallahassee |
| Truck Driver | $63,070 | $46,470 | -26% in Tallahassee |
| Lawyer | $134,440 | $103,320 | -23% in Tallahassee |
| Accountant | $76,960 | $61,840 | -20% in Tallahassee |
| Plumber | $58,690 | $48,540 | -17% in Tallahassee |
| Customer Service Representative | $44,090 | $37,310 | -15% in Tallahassee |
| Electrician | $60,890 | $54,090 | -11% in Tallahassee |
Frequently asked questions
Is Memphis or Tallahassee cheaper to live in?
Memphis 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 Memphis?
About $61,133 a year gives the same standard of living in Tallahassee.
Where do people earn more, Memphis or Tallahassee?
The typical household earns $55,797 in Memphis and $61,916 in Tallahassee, 10% more in Tallahassee.