salaryLincoln is 10% 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
$1,328
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,219
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$77,509
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$264,000
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,023
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$104
$162
👥 People living there
294,856
401,618
Commute to work
18.4 min
24.8 min
College degree
41.8%
45.7%
Own their home
56.1%
50.3%
Below poverty line
12.7%
15.5%
Unemployment
3.3%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln 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 | Lincoln | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck Driver | $81,790 | $50,560 | -38% in Tampa |
| Software Developer | $101,690 | $130,450 | +28% in Tampa |
| Market Research Analyst | $58,750 | $75,210 | +28% in Tampa |
| Lawyer | $101,300 | $127,490 | +26% in Tampa |
| Accountant | $65,170 | $78,990 | +21% in Tampa |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $87,500 | $105,080 | +20% in Tampa |
| Police Officer | $93,680 | $75,710 | -19% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $59,350 | $50,540 | -15% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Lincoln is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,328 a month there versus $2,216 in Tampa.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Lincoln?
About $66,099 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Lincoln or Tampa?
The typical household earns $77,509 in Lincoln and $81,400 in Tampa, 5% more in Tampa.