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
$1,814
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,623
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$66,816
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$243,100
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.6
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,003
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$112
$162
👥 People living there
1,579,706
401,618
Commute to work
31.7 min
24.8 min
College degree
35.4%
45.7%
Own their home
51.8%
50.3%
Below poverty line
21.4%
15.5%
Unemployment
8.1%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Philadelphia for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Tampa for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Philadelphia | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $74,860 | $52,000 | -31% in Tampa |
| Lawyer | $170,660 | $127,490 | -25% in Tampa |
| Firefighter | $78,050 | $59,660 | -24% in Tampa |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,570 | $60,120 | -23% in Tampa |
| Electrician | $74,590 | $57,450 | -23% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $64,580 | $50,540 | -22% in Tampa |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,220 | $37,470 | -19% in Tampa |
| Carpenter | $61,780 | $52,130 | -16% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Philadelphia or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?
About $59,026 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Philadelphia or Tampa?
The typical household earns $66,816 in Philadelphia and $81,400 in Tampa, 18% more in Tampa.