salaryChesapeake 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
$1,849
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,567
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$102,860
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$378,400
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.9
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,108
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$178
$162
👥 People living there
252,583
401,618
Commute to work
25.8 min
24.8 min
College degree
36.9%
45.7%
Own their home
74.4%
50.3%
Below poverty line
9.4%
15.5%
Unemployment
4.9%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Chesapeake for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Tampa for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chesapeake | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $59,690 | $75,710 | +27% in Tampa |
| Plumber | $61,870 | $52,000 | -16% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $59,470 | $50,540 | -15% in Tampa |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,150 | $42,660 | +12% in Tampa |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,820 | $33,790 | +10% in Tampa |
| Market Research Analyst | $69,560 | $75,210 | +8% in Tampa |
| Electrician | $62,350 | $57,450 | -8% in Tampa |
| Civil Engineer | $94,680 | $100,570 | +6% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chesapeake or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Chesapeake is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,849 a month there versus $2,216 in Tampa.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Chesapeake?
About $61,807 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Chesapeake or Tampa?
The typical household earns $102,860 in Chesapeake and $81,400 in Tampa, 26% more in Chesapeake.