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
$1,760
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$76,054
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$320,700
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,075
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$160
$162
👥 People living there
1,307,930
401,618
Commute to work
25.7 min
24.8 min
College degree
38.2%
45.7%
Own their home
42.4%
50.3%
Below poverty line
16.7%
15.5%
Unemployment
4.9%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Dallas for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Tampa for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Dallas | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $37,070 | +53% in Tampa |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $127,490 | -24% in Tampa |
| Police Officer | $92,910 | $75,710 | -19% in Tampa |
| Registered Nurse | $101,420 | $85,470 | -16% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $59,560 | $50,540 | -15% in Tampa |
| Plumber | $61,250 | $52,000 | -15% in Tampa |
| Truck Driver | $59,530 | $50,560 | -15% in Tampa |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $105,080 | -14% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Dallas or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Dallas 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 Dallas?
About $58,720 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Dallas or Tampa?
The typical household earns $76,054 in Dallas and $81,400 in Tampa, 7% more in Tampa.