salaryTampa is 4% 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
$1,651
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,565
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$111,392
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$395,900
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,982
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$136
$162
👥 People living there
288,976
401,618
Commute to work
18.8 min
24.8 min
College degree
38.7%
45.7%
Own their home
63.9%
50.3%
Below poverty line
8.9%
15.5%
Unemployment
4.6%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Anchorage for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Tampa for a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anchorage | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $93,600 | $52,000 | -44% in Tampa |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,080 | $37,070 | +42% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $85,620 | $50,540 | -41% in Tampa |
| Police Officer | $115,020 | $75,710 | -34% in Tampa |
| Electrician | $82,440 | $57,450 | -30% in Tampa |
| Carpenter | $72,800 | $52,130 | -28% in Tampa |
| Dental Hygienist | $132,740 | $95,870 | -28% in Tampa |
| Registered Nurse | $115,290 | $85,470 | -26% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anchorage or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Tampa is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,216 a month there versus $1,651 in Anchorage.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Anchorage?
About $57,422 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Anchorage or Tampa?
The typical household earns $111,392 in Anchorage and $81,400 in Tampa, 37% more in Anchorage.