salaryNorfolk 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
$1,628
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,322
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$71,299
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$289,900
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.9
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,890
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$162
👥 People living there
233,596
401,618
Commute to work
23 min
24.8 min
College degree
33.5%
45.7%
Own their home
46.3%
50.3%
Below poverty line
16.5%
15.5%
Unemployment
5.7%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Norfolk for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Tampa for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Norfolk | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $59,690 | $75,710 | +27% in Tampa |
| Plumber | $61,870 | $52,000 | -16% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $59,470 | $50,540 | -15% in Tampa |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,150 | $42,660 | +12% in Tampa |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,820 | $33,790 | +10% in Tampa |
| Market Research Analyst | $69,560 | $75,210 | +8% in Tampa |
| Electrician | $62,350 | $57,450 | -8% in Tampa |
| Civil Engineer | $94,680 | $100,570 | +6% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Norfolk or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Norfolk is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,628 a month there versus $2,216 in Tampa.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Norfolk?
About $61,807 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Norfolk or Tampa?
The typical household earns $71,299 in Norfolk and $81,400 in Tampa, 12% more in Tampa.