salaryCleveland is 7% 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
$1,277
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,056
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$44,004
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$102,000
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,759
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$162
👥 People living there
366,097
401,618
Commute to work
22.5 min
24.8 min
College degree
22.4%
45.7%
Own their home
41.7%
50.3%
Below poverty line
30.6%
15.5%
Unemployment
10.8%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Cleveland 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 | Cleveland | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,470 | $60,120 | -21% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $62,790 | $50,540 | -20% in Tampa |
| Electrician | $70,860 | $57,450 | -19% in Tampa |
| Plumber | $63,020 | $52,000 | -17% in Tampa |
| Software Developer | $111,310 | $130,450 | +17% in Tampa |
| Truck Driver | $58,970 | $50,560 | -14% in Tampa |
| Carpenter | $60,650 | $52,130 | -14% in Tampa |
| Retail Salesperson | $31,000 | $33,790 | +9% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cleveland or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Cleveland is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,277 a month there versus $2,216 in Tampa.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Cleveland?
About $64,451 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Cleveland or Tampa?
The typical household earns $44,004 in Cleveland and $81,400 in Tampa, 46% more in Tampa.