salaryTampa is 5% 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
$2,065
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,127
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$102,153
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$616,000
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,751
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$162
👥 People living there
718,877
401,618
Commute to work
24.9 min
24.8 min
College degree
56.5%
45.7%
Own their home
48.8%
50.3%
Below poverty line
11.2%
15.5%
Unemployment
4.9%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Denver for lower rent, higher incomes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Tampa for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Denver | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $87,980 | $59,660 | -32% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $71,580 | $50,540 | -29% in Tampa |
| Lawyer | $177,380 | $127,490 | -28% in Tampa |
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $103,670 | -27% in Tampa |
| Police Officer | $101,970 | $75,710 | -26% in Tampa |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $75,210 | -24% in Tampa |
| Nursing Assistant | $49,110 | $37,470 | -24% in Tampa |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,910 | $60,120 | -22% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Denver or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Tampa is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,216 a month there versus $2,065 in Denver.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Denver?
About $57,225 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Denver or Tampa?
The typical household earns $102,153 in Denver and $81,400 in Tampa, 25% more in Denver.