salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,999
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,921
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$92,376
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$439,600
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.1
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,231
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$128
$162
👥 People living there
505,268
401,618
Commute to work
26.5 min
24.8 min
College degree
59.2%
45.7%
Own their home
46.4%
50.3%
Below poverty line
16.9%
15.5%
Unemployment
5.9%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Atlanta for lower rent, higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Tampa for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Atlanta | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,460 | $37,070 | +101% in Tampa |
| Firefighter | $47,300 | $59,660 | +26% in Tampa |
| Police Officer | $60,910 | $75,710 | +24% in Tampa |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,570 | $60,120 | -21% in Tampa |
| Registered Nurse | $100,490 | $85,470 | -15% in Tampa |
| Truck Driver | $59,100 | $50,560 | -14% in Tampa |
| Physician Assistant | $111,810 | $127,820 | +14% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $58,970 | $50,540 | -14% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Atlanta or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Atlanta and Tampa cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Atlanta?
About $60,499 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Atlanta or Tampa?
The typical household earns $92,376 in Atlanta and $81,400 in Tampa, 13% more in Atlanta.