Cost of living in Tallahassee

Tallahassee, United States is Very expensive overall. Monthly costs are about $2019 for one person and $4631 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is Tallahassee compared to other cities?

Tallahassee is 41% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.

How does Tallahassee compare to your city?

Tallahassee is 47% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Tallahassee is, on average, 52% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Tallahassee?

Who is Tallahassee a good fit for?

Tallahassee is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.

FAQ

Why is Tallahassee so expensive?

The primary driver of Tallahassee's high cost of living is rent and utilities, which significantly impact monthly expenses.

Is food expensive in Tallahassee?

Food costs are 14% higher than the European benchmark, contributing to the overall expense of living.

Is public transport affordable in Tallahassee?

Public transport is 15% lower than the European benchmark, making it a more economical option for residents.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
2019 $
Without Rent
762 $
Rent & Utilities
1257 $
Food
542 $
Transport
64 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
3965 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
196.0K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 15.5 $
Dinner 54.4 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 9.64 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 4.91 $
Capuccino 4.95 $
Coke, 330ml 2.68 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 1.15 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.94 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.21 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.16 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 12.4 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 10.5 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 14.8 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.21 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.54 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.7 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.04 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.36 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 3.29 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.38 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.41 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 13 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 2.32 $
Cigarette pack 7.94 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 1.24 $
Monthly Pass 37.5 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.91 $
Taxi, 8 km 20.5 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 118 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 9.29 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 5.16 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 4.12 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.93 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 120 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 185 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 54 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 1,037 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,810 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,268 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 2,396 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 2,657 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 1,981 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 3,965 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.42%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 24.4 $
Cinema, 1 seat 15.3 $
Haircut 17.5 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 98.3 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 49.7 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 949 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 11,040 $

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Canada
Tallahassee vs Toronto (Toronto is 28% more expensive) Tallahassee vs Montreal (Montreal is 3% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Calgary (Calgary is 6% more expensive) Tallahassee vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 11% more expensive) Tallahassee vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 12% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 13% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 22% more expensive) Tallahassee vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 31% more expensive) Tallahassee vs Brampton (Brampton is 5% more expensive) Tallahassee vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 7% more expensive)
Barbados
Tallahassee vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 33% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Holetown (Holetown is 31% less expensive)
Panama
Tallahassee vs Panama City (Panama City is 31% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Colon (Colon is 41% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 39% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 48% less expensive) Tallahassee vs David (David is 59% less expensive) Tallahassee vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 53% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Balboa (Balboa is 38% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Pacora (Pacora is 38% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Chitre (Chitre is 46% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Penonome (Penonome is 46% less expensive)
Saint Kitts And Nevis
Tallahassee vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 39% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Cayon (Cayon is 38% less expensive)
Cuba
Tallahassee vs Havana (Havana is 49% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 30% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Holguin (Holguin is 37% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 24% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 48% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 42% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 23% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 23% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 46% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 57% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Tallahassee vs San Jose (San Jose is 39% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Limon (Limon is 41% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Liberia (Liberia is 56% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 39% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 37% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Cartago (Cartago is 52% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Heredia (Heredia is 38% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 16% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 35% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Tallahassee vs Castries (Castries is 43% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 41% less expensive)
Jamaica
Tallahassee vs Kingston (Kingston is 34% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 61% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 50% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 42% less expensive) Tallahassee vs May Pen (May Pen is 59% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 52% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 58% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Linstead (Linstead is 48% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 44% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 43% less expensive)
El Salvador
Tallahassee vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 41% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 65% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 42% less expensive) Tallahassee vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 46% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 42% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Apopa (Apopa is 43% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 40% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 28% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 46% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 56% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Tallahassee vs St. John's (St. John's is 46% less expensive) Tallahassee vs All Saints (All Saints is 46% less expensive)
Grenada
Tallahassee vs St. George's (St. George's is 47% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Grenville (Grenville is 47% less expensive)
Dominica
Tallahassee vs Roseau (Roseau is 50% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 44% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Tallahassee vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 51% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 50% less expensive)
Belize
Tallahassee vs Belize City (Belize City is 57% less expensive) Tallahassee vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 46% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 64% less expensive) Tallahassee vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 34% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 22% less expensive)
Guatemala
Tallahassee vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 50% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Mixco (Mixco is 68% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Coban (Coban is 55% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 62% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 55% less expensive) Tallahassee vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 55% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 57% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 57% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Flores (Flores is 57% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 61% less expensive)
Honduras
Tallahassee vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 59% less expensive) Tallahassee vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 49% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Choloma (Choloma is 70% less expensive) Tallahassee vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 68% less expensive) Tallahassee vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 56% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 57% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 65% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 64% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Yoro (Yoro is 64% less expensive) Tallahassee vs La Lima (La Lima is 57% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Tallahassee vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 61% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 48% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 62% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Higuey (Higuey is 62% less expensive) Tallahassee vs La Vega (La Vega is 72% less expensive) Tallahassee vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 59% less expensive) Tallahassee vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 64% less expensive) Tallahassee vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 74% less expensive) Tallahassee vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 69% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Bonao (Bonao is 73% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Tallahassee vs Managua (Managua is 62% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Leon (Leon is 68% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Masaya (Masaya is 65% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 73% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 68% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Esteli (Esteli is 71% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Granada (Granada is 65% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 77% less expensive) Tallahassee vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 67% less expensive) Tallahassee vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 56% less expensive)