salaryTallahassee is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tempe to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,480
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,394
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$61,916
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$294,400
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,540
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$208
$146
👥 People living there
201,875
188,065
Commute to work
19.1 min
20.9 min
College degree
51.3%
50%
Own their home
40.6%
42.3%
Below poverty line
23.6%
15.8%
Unemployment
6.4%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Tallahassee for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Tempe for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Tallahassee | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $72,510 | $103,770 | +43% in Tempe |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,850 | $47,530 | +36% in Tempe |
| Nursing Assistant | $34,180 | $45,290 | +33% in Tempe |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $59,040 | $78,080 | +32% in Tempe |
| Plumber | $48,540 | $63,750 | +31% in Tempe |
| Lawyer | $103,320 | $135,670 | +31% in Tempe |
| Accountant | $61,840 | $80,820 | +31% in Tempe |
| Dental Hygienist | $79,520 | $102,520 | +29% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Tallahassee or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Tallahassee is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,480 a month there versus $1,953 in Tempe.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Tallahassee?
About $66,003 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Tallahassee or Tempe?
The typical household earns $61,916 in Tallahassee and $85,917 in Tempe, 28% more in Tempe.