salaryCincinnati is 6% 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
$1,379
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,208
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$57,062
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$230,900
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.4
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,169
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$162
👥 People living there
311,224
401,618
Commute to work
22.4 min
24.8 min
College degree
41.8%
45.7%
Own their home
39.8%
50.3%
Below poverty line
25.5%
15.5%
Unemployment
6.8%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Cincinnati for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Tampa for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cincinnati | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $65,160 | $52,000 | -20% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $62,240 | $50,540 | -19% in Tampa |
| Truck Driver | $60,590 | $50,560 | -17% in Tampa |
| Carpenter | $60,110 | $52,130 | -13% in Tampa |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,810 | $33,790 | +10% in Tampa |
| Electrician | $63,490 | $57,450 | -10% in Tampa |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,470 | $42,660 | -8% in Tampa |
| Software Developer | $121,420 | $130,450 | +7% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cincinnati or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Cincinnati is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,379 a month there versus $2,216 in Tampa.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Cincinnati?
About $63,473 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Cincinnati or Tampa?
The typical household earns $57,062 in Cincinnati and $81,400 in Tampa, 30% more in Tampa.