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
$2,044
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,857
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$97,214
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$484,900
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,520
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$151
$162
👥 People living there
332,141
401,618
Commute to work
24.3 min
24.8 min
College degree
37.4%
45.7%
Own their home
66.1%
50.3%
Below poverty line
9%
15.5%
Unemployment
6.8%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Henderson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Tampa for cheaper homes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Henderson | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,110 | $37,070 | +37% in Tampa |
| Electrician | $70,890 | $57,450 | -19% in Tampa |
| Registered Nurse | $103,940 | $85,470 | -18% in Tampa |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,920 | $62,490 | -18% in Tampa |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,350 | $37,470 | -17% in Tampa |
| Truck Driver | $60,650 | $50,560 | -17% in Tampa |
| Carpenter | $62,380 | $52,130 | -16% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $60,240 | $50,540 | -16% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Henderson or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Henderson 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 Henderson?
About $60,404 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Henderson or Tampa?
The typical household earns $97,214 in Henderson and $81,400 in Tampa, 19% more in Henderson.