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
$2,010
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,058
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$121,065
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$465,900
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,700
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$162
👥 People living there
290,594
401,618
Commute to work
25.4 min
24.8 min
College degree
60.5%
45.7%
Own their home
56.9%
50.3%
Below poverty line
6.8%
15.5%
Unemployment
4%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Plano for lower rent, higher incomes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Tampa for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Plano | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $37,070 | +53% in Tampa |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $127,490 | -24% in Tampa |
| Police Officer | $92,910 | $75,710 | -19% in Tampa |
| Registered Nurse | $101,420 | $85,470 | -16% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $59,560 | $50,540 | -15% in Tampa |
| Plumber | $61,250 | $52,000 | -15% in Tampa |
| Truck Driver | $59,530 | $50,560 | -15% in Tampa |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $105,080 | -14% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Plano or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Plano 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 Plano?
About $58,720 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Plano or Tampa?
The typical household earns $121,065 in Plano and $81,400 in Tampa, 49% more in Plano.