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
$1,347
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,153
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$43,073
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$83,900
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.3
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,402
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$162
👥 People living there
638,530
401,618
Commute to work
24.8 min
24.8 min
College degree
18.1%
45.7%
Own their home
50.3%
50.3%
Below poverty line
32.7%
15.5%
Unemployment
14%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Detroit for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Tampa for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Detroit | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $86,370 | $52,000 | -40% in Tampa |
| Electrician | $81,990 | $57,450 | -30% in Tampa |
| Carpenter | $65,810 | $52,130 | -21% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $63,170 | $50,540 | -20% in Tampa |
| Truck Driver | $59,120 | $50,560 | -14% in Tampa |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,480 | $95,870 | +13% in Tampa |
| Medical Assistant | $39,410 | $44,480 | +13% in Tampa |
| Registered Nurse | $97,280 | $85,470 | -12% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Detroit or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Detroit 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 Detroit?
About $60,354 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Detroit or Tampa?
The typical household earns $43,073 in Detroit and $81,400 in Tampa, 47% more in Tampa.