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
$2,056
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,621
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$85,786
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$404,400
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,854
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$161
$162
👥 People living there
278,595
401,618
Commute to work
26.7 min
24.8 min
College degree
18.9%
45.7%
Own their home
63.6%
50.3%
Below poverty line
12.1%
15.5%
Unemployment
8.5%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick North Las Vegas for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Tampa for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | North Las Vegas | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,110 | $37,070 | +37% in Tampa |
| Electrician | $70,890 | $57,450 | -19% in Tampa |
| Registered Nurse | $103,940 | $85,470 | -18% in Tampa |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,920 | $62,490 | -18% in Tampa |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,350 | $37,470 | -17% in Tampa |
| Truck Driver | $60,650 | $50,560 | -17% in Tampa |
| Carpenter | $62,380 | $52,130 | -16% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $60,240 | $50,540 | -16% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is North Las Vegas or Tampa cheaper to live in?
North Las Vegas 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 North Las Vegas?
About $60,404 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, North Las Vegas or Tampa?
The typical household earns $85,786 in North Las Vegas and $81,400 in Tampa, 5% more in North Las Vegas.