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
$1,719
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,567
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$75,357
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$293,700
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
99.5
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,176
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$189
$162
👥 People living there
977,670
401,618
Commute to work
24.1 min
24.8 min
College degree
33.2%
45.7%
Own their home
57.6%
50.3%
Below poverty line
14.5%
15.5%
Unemployment
4.6%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Jacksonville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Tampa for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Jacksonville | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| HVAC Technician | $58,590 | $50,540 | -14% in Tampa |
| Plumber | $58,920 | $52,000 | -12% in Tampa |
| Truck Driver | $55,630 | $50,560 | -9% in Tampa |
| Warehouse Worker | $41,040 | $37,570 | -8% in Tampa |
| Medical Assistant | $42,600 | $44,480 | +4% in Tampa |
| Nurse Practitioner | $133,810 | $128,120 | -4% in Tampa |
| Police Officer | $78,810 | $75,710 | -4% in Tampa |
| Physician Assistant | $132,350 | $127,820 | -3% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Jacksonville or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville?
About $60,848 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Jacksonville or Tampa?
The typical household earns $75,357 in Jacksonville and $81,400 in Tampa, 7% more in Tampa.