Outdoor city with a real downtown; small airport.
Housing does NOT get cheaper: $280K statewide median vs $328K in Chattanooga. This move is about something other than cost.
Top marginal state income tax drops from 4.95% to 0% — on $150K of taxable income, roughly $7,425/yr back (marginal-rate approximation; your effective savings depend on brackets and deductions).
| Dimension | Chattanooga score |
|---|---|
| Winter mildness | 7/10 |
| Summer comfort | 6/10 |
| Walkability | 4/10 |
| Outdoor access | 9/10 |
| Culture & food | 6/10 |
| Healthcare | 9/10 |
| Airport connectivity | 6/10 |
| Schools | 5/10 |
| Safety | 5/10 |
| Hazard safety | 8/10 |
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