salaryTampa 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
$1,983
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,622
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$84,017
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$334,100
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.6
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,943
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$90
$162
👥 People living there
2,711,226
401,618
Commute to work
33.1 min
24.8 min
College degree
44.3%
45.7%
Own their home
46%
50.3%
Below poverty line
16.8%
15.5%
Unemployment
8%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Chicago for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 1 more.
- Pick Tampa for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chicago | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $103,380 | $52,000 | -50% in Tampa |
| Electrician | $102,350 | $57,450 | -44% in Tampa |
| Carpenter | $80,440 | $52,130 | -35% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $77,960 | $50,540 | -35% in Tampa |
| Police Officer | $107,810 | $75,710 | -30% in Tampa |
| Firefighter | $82,820 | $59,660 | -28% in Tampa |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,390 | $60,120 | -23% in Tampa |
| Lawyer | $165,660 | $127,490 | -23% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chicago or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Tampa is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,216 a month there versus $1,983 in Chicago.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Chicago?
About $58,433 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Chicago or Tampa?
The typical household earns $84,017 in Chicago and $81,400 in Tampa, 3% more in Chicago.