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
$1,297
$1,480
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,264
$1,394
💵 Families earn per year
$60,569
$61,916
🔑 Buying a house
$197,500
$294,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.1
93.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,033
$2,540
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$208
👥 People living there
288,512
201,875
Commute to work
22.1 min
19.1 min
College degree
41.1%
51.3%
Own their home
45.3%
40.6%
Below poverty line
20.6%
23.6%
Unemployment
5%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick St. Louis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Tallahassee for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | St. Louis | Tallahassee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $77,000 | $48,540 | -37% in Tallahassee |
| Carpenter | $70,990 | $46,870 | -34% in Tallahassee |
| Electrician | $77,170 | $54,090 | -30% in Tallahassee |
| Lawyer | $142,690 | $103,320 | -28% in Tallahassee |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $96,290 | $72,510 | -25% in Tallahassee |
| Accountant | $78,880 | $61,840 | -22% in Tallahassee |
| Truck Driver | $58,240 | $46,470 | -20% in Tallahassee |
| Dental Hygienist | $97,650 | $79,520 | -19% in Tallahassee |
Frequently asked questions
Is St. Louis or Tallahassee cheaper to live in?
St. Louis 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 St. Louis?
About $59,262 a year gives the same standard of living in Tallahassee.
Where do people earn more, St. Louis or Tallahassee?
The typical household earns $60,569 in St. Louis and $61,916 in Tallahassee, 2% more in Tallahassee.