salaryDurham is 3% 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
$1,797
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$162
👥 People living there
291,467
401,618
Commute to work
22.3 min
24.8 min
College degree
57.3%
45.7%
Own their home
52.3%
50.3%
Below poverty line
11.7%
15.5%
Unemployment
3.8%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Durham | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,350 | $59,660 | +56% in Tampa |
| Police Officer | $60,100 | $75,710 | +26% in Tampa |
| Market Research Analyst | $93,110 | $75,210 | -19% in Tampa |
| Elementary School Teacher | $51,400 | $60,120 | +17% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $59,180 | $50,540 | -15% in Tampa |
| Plumber | $60,110 | $52,000 | -13% in Tampa |
| Operations Manager | $113,930 | $103,670 | -9% in Tampa |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,800 | $42,660 | -9% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Durham is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,797 a month there versus $2,216 in Tampa.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Durham?
About $62,040 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Tampa?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $81,400 in Tampa, 8% more in Durham.