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
$1,448
$1,480
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,367
$1,394
💵 Families earn per year
$78,947
$61,916
🔑 Buying a house
$245,500
$294,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
93.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,128
$2,540
⚡ Electric bill per month
$131
$208
👥 People living there
488,837
201,875
Commute to work
19.6 min
19.1 min
College degree
40.1%
51.3%
Own their home
57.4%
40.6%
Below poverty line
13.5%
23.6%
Unemployment
4.2%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Omaha 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 | Omaha | Tallahassee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $96,310 | $72,510 | -25% in Tallahassee |
| Plumber | $63,400 | $48,540 | -23% in Tallahassee |
| Medical Assistant | $48,010 | $36,880 | -23% in Tallahassee |
| Lawyer | $131,730 | $103,320 | -22% in Tallahassee |
| Truck Driver | $58,010 | $46,470 | -20% in Tallahassee |
| Accountant | $77,030 | $61,840 | -20% in Tallahassee |
| Warehouse Worker | $42,550 | $35,610 | -16% in Tallahassee |
| Police Officer | $80,280 | $67,200 | -16% in Tallahassee |
Frequently asked questions
Is Omaha or Tallahassee cheaper to live in?
Omaha 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 Omaha?
About $61,311 a year gives the same standard of living in Tallahassee.
Where do people earn more, Omaha or Tallahassee?
The typical household earns $78,947 in Omaha and $61,916 in Tallahassee, 28% more in Omaha.