Tampa is 9% 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
$2,591
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,138
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$100,540
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$503,700
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,349
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$168
$162
👥 People living there
211,666
401,618
Commute to work
35.5 min
24.8 min
College degree
17.8%
45.7%
Own their home
63.3%
50.3%
Below poverty line
11.7%
15.5%
Unemployment
7.1%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Moreno Valley for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Tampa for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Moreno Valley or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Tampa is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,216 a month there versus $2,591 in Moreno Valley.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Moreno Valley?
About $54,673 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Moreno Valley or Tampa?
The typical household earns $100,540 in Moreno Valley and $81,400 in Tampa, 24% more in Moreno Valley.