Jacksonville vs Tallahassee: Cost of Living

15%

Jacksonville is about 15% more expensive than Tallahassee overall.

How Jacksonville Compares to Tallahassee

Category by category

Renting ▲ 14%
Buying ▲ 11%
Goods about the same
Services ▲ 30%

Key Facts

JacksonvilleTallahassee
Median Rent$1,568/mo$1,369/mo
Median Home$325,300$294,500
Median Income$72,389$56,511
State Income TaxNoneNone
Sales Tax7.5%7.5%

Housing: The Biggest Difference

Tallahassee has the lower median home price by $30,800. Monthly rent is $199/month cheaper in Tallahassee.

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Sources: Housing from Census ACS 2024. Goods and services from BEA Regional Price Parities 2023. Taxes from Tax Foundation. Full disclaimer.

Jacksonville vs Tallahassee FAQ

Rent is $199/month cheaper in Tallahassee. Jacksonville's median rent is $1,568/month, while Tallahassee's is $1,369/month. Source: Census ACS 2024.

Tallahassee has the lower median home price at $294,500, saving $30,800 compared to Jacksonville. Source: Census ACS 2024.