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
$1,826
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,712
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$89,248
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$408,000
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,604
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$168
$162
👥 People living there
511,764
401,618
Commute to work
24.7 min
24.8 min
College degree
32.5%
45.7%
Own their home
64.4%
50.3%
Below poverty line
10.3%
15.5%
Unemployment
4.2%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Mesa for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Tampa for a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Mesa | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $37,070 | -22% in Tampa |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,080 | $62,490 | -20% in Tampa |
| Plumber | $63,750 | $52,000 | -18% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $61,170 | $50,540 | -17% in Tampa |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,290 | $37,470 | -17% in Tampa |
| Warehouse Worker | $44,950 | $37,570 | -16% in Tampa |
| Truck Driver | $59,770 | $50,560 | -15% in Tampa |
| Registered Nurse | $100,830 | $85,470 | -15% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Mesa or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Mesa 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 Mesa?
About $58,591 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Mesa or Tampa?
The typical household earns $89,248 in Mesa and $81,400 in Tampa, 10% more in Mesa.