salaryAlbuquerque is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tampa to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,401
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,284
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$73,680
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$291,500
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,678
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$162
👥 People living there
562,218
401,618
Commute to work
22.4 min
24.8 min
College degree
39.2%
45.7%
Own their home
61.8%
50.3%
Below poverty line
15.5%
15.5%
Unemployment
5.4%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Albuquerque for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Tampa for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Albuquerque | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $42,420 | $59,660 | +41% in Tampa |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,040 | $75,210 | +21% in Tampa |
| Elementary School Teacher | $75,520 | $60,120 | -20% in Tampa |
| Plumber | $63,900 | $52,000 | -19% in Tampa |
| Medical Assistant | $39,200 | $44,480 | +13% in Tampa |
| Carpenter | $60,080 | $52,130 | -13% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $57,110 | $50,540 | -12% in Tampa |
| Lawyer | $114,610 | $127,490 | +11% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Albuquerque or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Albuquerque is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,401 a month there versus $2,216 in Tampa.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Albuquerque?
About $63,356 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Albuquerque or Tampa?
The typical household earns $73,680 in Albuquerque and $81,400 in Tampa, 9% more in Tampa.