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
$1,533
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,499
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$69,901
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$277,800
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.6
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,198
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$162
👥 People living there
2,328,253
401,618
Commute to work
27.2 min
24.8 min
College degree
36.6%
45.7%
Own their home
42.1%
50.3%
Below poverty line
19.9%
15.5%
Unemployment
6.9%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Houston for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Tampa for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Houston | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,080 | $37,070 | +68% in Tampa |
| Lawyer | $157,980 | $127,490 | -19% in Tampa |
| Plumber | $61,300 | $52,000 | -15% in Tampa |
| Registered Nurse | $99,830 | $85,470 | -14% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $58,940 | $50,540 | -14% in Tampa |
| Operations Manager | $119,600 | $103,670 | -13% in Tampa |
| Market Research Analyst | $67,370 | $75,210 | +12% in Tampa |
| Truck Driver | $56,840 | $50,560 | -11% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Houston or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Houston 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 Houston?
About $61,375 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Houston or Tampa?
The typical household earns $69,901 in Houston and $81,400 in Tampa, 14% more in Tampa.