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
$1,901
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$91,476
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$452,600
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,765
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$162
👥 People living there
487,887
401,618
Commute to work
22.7 min
24.8 min
College degree
42.7%
45.7%
Own their home
60.9%
50.3%
Below poverty line
9%
15.5%
Unemployment
5.6%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Colorado Springs for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Tampa for cheaper homes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Colorado Springs | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $106,320 | $127,490 | +20% in Tampa |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,230 | $37,070 | -20% in Tampa |
| Dental Hygienist | $118,410 | $95,870 | -19% in Tampa |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,120 | $37,470 | -19% in Tampa |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $128,740 | $105,080 | -18% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $61,460 | $50,540 | -18% in Tampa |
| Police Officer | $91,580 | $75,710 | -17% in Tampa |
| Market Research Analyst | $90,210 | $75,210 | -17% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Colorado Springs or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs?
About $60,109 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Colorado Springs or Tampa?
The typical household earns $91,476 in Colorado Springs and $81,400 in Tampa, 12% more in Colorado Springs.
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