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
$2,339
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,738
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$84,235
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$373,500
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.3
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,176
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$162
👥 People living there
215,536
401,618
Commute to work
29.9 min
24.8 min
College degree
26.9%
45.7%
Own their home
77.2%
50.3%
Below poverty line
10.7%
15.5%
Unemployment
3.8%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Cape Coral for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Tampa for lower rent, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cape Coral | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineer | $84,990 | $100,570 | +18% in Tampa |
| Market Research Analyst | $65,180 | $75,210 | +15% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $58,170 | $50,540 | -13% in Tampa |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,180 | $42,660 | +12% in Tampa |
| Operations Manager | $94,730 | $103,670 | +9% in Tampa |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $97,310 | $105,080 | +8% in Tampa |
| Carpenter | $49,210 | $52,130 | +6% in Tampa |
| Dental Hygienist | $91,120 | $95,870 | +5% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cape Coral or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Cape Coral 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 Cape Coral?
About $59,145 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Cape Coral or Tampa?
The typical household earns $84,235 in Cape Coral and $81,400 in Tampa, 3% more in Cape Coral.