salaryAustin is 3% 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
$1,932
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,941
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$101,010
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$555,300
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.1
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,024
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$134
$162
👥 People living there
979,539
401,618
Commute to work
23.7 min
24.8 min
College degree
59.6%
45.7%
Own their home
43.4%
50.3%
Below poverty line
12%
15.5%
Unemployment
4.7%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Austin for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Tampa for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Austin | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,260 | $37,070 | +36% in Tampa |
| Plumber | $62,810 | $52,000 | -17% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $60,820 | $50,540 | -17% in Tampa |
| Lawyer | $153,330 | $127,490 | -17% in Tampa |
| Registered Nurse | $97,890 | $85,470 | -13% in Tampa |
| Operations Manager | $117,850 | $103,670 | -12% in Tampa |
| Truck Driver | $57,110 | $50,560 | -11% in Tampa |
| Cashier | $33,940 | $30,290 | -11% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Austin or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Austin is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,932 a month there versus $2,216 in Tampa.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Austin?
About $61,728 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Austin or Tampa?
The typical household earns $101,010 in Austin and $81,400 in Tampa, 24% more in Austin.