salaryTampa 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
$2,474
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,057
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$103,765
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$652,700
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.5
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,485
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$91
$162
👥 People living there
200,928
401,618
Commute to work
25.3 min
24.8 min
College degree
19.5%
45.7%
Own their home
54.4%
50.3%
Below poverty line
11%
15.5%
Unemployment
6.5%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Oxnard for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Tampa for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Oxnard | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $99,420 | $60,120 | -40% in Tampa |
| Police Officer | $119,640 | $75,710 | -37% in Tampa |
| Registered Nurse | $131,160 | $85,470 | -35% in Tampa |
| Lawyer | $185,520 | $127,490 | -31% in Tampa |
| Carpenter | $74,060 | $52,130 | -30% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $69,710 | $50,540 | -27% in Tampa |
| Dental Hygienist | $126,530 | $95,870 | -24% in Tampa |
| Firefighter | $77,400 | $59,660 | -23% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Oxnard or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Tampa is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,216 a month there versus $2,474 in Oxnard.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Oxnard?
About $54,765 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Oxnard or Tampa?
The typical household earns $103,765 in Oxnard and $81,400 in Tampa, 27% more in Oxnard.