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
$1,789
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$162
👥 People living there
545,970
401,618
Commute to work
22.4 min
24.8 min
College degree
25.5%
45.7%
Own their home
50.1%
50.3%
Below poverty line
20.1%
15.5%
Unemployment
8.9%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Tampa for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fresno | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $125,420 | $85,470 | -32% in Tampa |
| Police Officer | $100,770 | $75,710 | -25% in Tampa |
| Firefighter | $79,160 | $59,660 | -25% in Tampa |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,800 | $60,120 | -24% in Tampa |
| Nurse Practitioner | $166,570 | $128,120 | -23% in Tampa |
| Lawyer | $162,680 | $127,490 | -22% in Tampa |
| Electrician | $71,710 | $57,450 | -20% in Tampa |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,880 | $75,210 | +20% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Fresno 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 Fresno?
About $59,255 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or Tampa?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $81,400 in Tampa, 6% more in Tampa.