salaryTampa is 3% 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
$1,988
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,761
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$86,162
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$442,700
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.1
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,835
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$166
$162
👥 People living there
219,215
401,618
Commute to work
30.2 min
24.8 min
College degree
21.2%
45.7%
Own their home
58.9%
50.3%
Below poverty line
13.3%
15.5%
Unemployment
7.2%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Modesto for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 1 more.
- Pick Tampa for cheaper homes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Modesto | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,640 | $60,120 | -41% in Tampa |
| Registered Nurse | $132,590 | $85,470 | -36% in Tampa |
| Carpenter | $73,730 | $52,130 | -29% in Tampa |
| Nurse Practitioner | $173,380 | $128,120 | -26% in Tampa |
| Electrician | $76,710 | $57,450 | -25% in Tampa |
| Police Officer | $98,230 | $75,710 | -23% in Tampa |
| Firefighter | $77,370 | $59,660 | -23% in Tampa |
| Physician Assistant | $165,730 | $127,820 | -23% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Modesto or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Tampa is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,216 a month there versus $1,988 in Modesto.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Modesto?
About $58,145 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Modesto or Tampa?
The typical household earns $86,162 in Modesto and $81,400 in Tampa, 6% more in Modesto.