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Moving to Tallahassee

What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.

Population

199,696

Median age 28

Median household income

$55,931

Median rent

$1,238/mo

Median home value

$276,000

Schools

64

4 districts

Summer high / winter low

92° / 41°

Pros

  • Mild weather in April, October, November, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
  • 100 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
  • 22 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.

Cons

  • Household incomes are 29% below the US median ($55,931).

Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.

Plan your move

Where in Tallahassee?

Tallahassee spans 11 zip codes. Median home values range from $147,000 to $406,200 by zip.

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Life in Tallahassee

Carter-Howell-Strong park, Tallahassee, Leon County, Florida
Carter-Howell-Strong park 2Michael Rivera · CC BY-SA 4.0
North Florida Fair 2022 rides, Tallahassee
North Florida Fair 2022 rides 11Michael Rivera · CC BY-SA 4.0
Smokey Hollow Commemorative Row Houses, Tallahassee
Smokey Hollow Commemorative Row HousesWikiWhens · CC BY-SA 4.0

See Tallahassee

Downtown Tallahassee Florida Walking Tour video thumbnail

A WALK AROUND TOWN

Downtown Tallahassee Florida Walking Tour

A recorded local walking tour shared by Florida Streaming. This is not a live camera or a current traffic report.

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Questions

Is Tallahassee a good place to live?

It depends on what you need. Mild weather in April, October, November, with highs between 65°F and 85°F. 100 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city. On the other hand: Household incomes are 29% below the US median ($55,931).

How much do I need to earn to live in Tallahassee?

The median household earns $55,931. Rent at the median ($1,238/month) is about 27% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $49,520 a year.

How many schools are in Tallahassee?

64 public and private schools across 4 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.

What is the weather like in Tallahassee?

Highs average 92°F in July and lows 41°F in January. The most comfortable months are April, October, November.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.

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