salaryTampa is 9% 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
$2,334
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,799
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$110,892
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$586,800
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,801
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$162
👥 People living there
214,169
401,618
Commute to work
33.4 min
24.8 min
College degree
21.4%
45.7%
Own their home
66.8%
50.3%
Below poverty line
9.9%
15.5%
Unemployment
6.5%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Fontana for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Tampa for lower rent, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fontana or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Tampa is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,216 a month there versus $2,334 in Fontana.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Fontana?
About $54,673 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Fontana or Tampa?
The typical household earns $110,892 in Fontana and $81,400 in Tampa, 36% more in Fontana.