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
$1,508
$1,480
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,391
$1,394
💵 Families earn per year
$61,077
$61,916
🔑 Buying a house
$315,700
$294,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
93.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,606
$2,540
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$208
👥 People living there
371,853
201,875
Commute to work
22.6 min
19.1 min
College degree
42.4%
51.3%
Own their home
51.2%
40.6%
Below poverty line
22.6%
23.6%
Unemployment
7.5%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick New Orleans for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, less poverty.
- Pick Tallahassee for lower rent, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | New Orleans | Tallahassee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $16,640 | $34,850 | +109% in Tallahassee |
| Police Officer | $48,970 | $67,200 | +37% in Tallahassee |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $97,240 | $72,510 | -25% in Tallahassee |
| Plumber | $62,450 | $48,540 | -22% in Tallahassee |
| Accountant | $77,940 | $61,840 | -21% in Tallahassee |
| Civil Engineer | $108,240 | $90,840 | -16% in Tallahassee |
| HVAC Technician | $63,500 | $53,690 | -15% in Tallahassee |
| Dental Hygienist | $93,650 | $79,520 | -15% in Tallahassee |
Frequently asked questions
Is New Orleans or Tallahassee cheaper to live in?
New Orleans 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 New Orleans?
About $60,857 a year gives the same standard of living in Tallahassee.
Where do people earn more, New Orleans or Tallahassee?
The typical household earns $61,077 in New Orleans and $61,916 in Tallahassee, 1% more in Tallahassee.
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