salaryTampa is 5% 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
$2,087
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$162
👥 People living there
394,432
401,618
Commute to work
28.6 min
24.8 min
College degree
33.6%
45.7%
Own their home
62.4%
50.3%
Below poverty line
11.9%
15.5%
Unemployment
5.9%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Tampa for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Aurora | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $87,980 | $59,660 | -32% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $71,580 | $50,540 | -29% in Tampa |
| Lawyer | $177,380 | $127,490 | -28% in Tampa |
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $103,670 | -27% in Tampa |
| Police Officer | $101,970 | $75,710 | -26% in Tampa |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $75,210 | -24% in Tampa |
| Nursing Assistant | $49,110 | $37,470 | -24% in Tampa |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,910 | $60,120 | -22% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Tampa is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,216 a month there versus $2,087 in Aurora.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $57,225 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Tampa?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $81,400 in Tampa, 17% more in Aurora.