salaryTampa is 4% 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
$1,874
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,915
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$98,056
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$581,500
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,743
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$106
$162
👥 People living there
641,165
401,618
Commute to work
24.1 min
24.8 min
College degree
53.8%
45.7%
Own their home
52%
50.3%
Below poverty line
12.7%
15.5%
Unemployment
5.8%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Portland for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
- Pick Tampa for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Portland | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $101,010 | $52,000 | -49% in Tampa |
| Electrician | $105,090 | $57,450 | -45% in Tampa |
| Registered Nurse | $130,310 | $85,470 | -34% in Tampa |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $54,780 | $37,070 | -32% in Tampa |
| Firefighter | $85,170 | $59,660 | -30% in Tampa |
| Carpenter | $73,710 | $52,130 | -29% in Tampa |
| Elementary School Teacher | $82,330 | $60,120 | -27% in Tampa |
| Nursing Assistant | $50,350 | $37,470 | -26% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Portland or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Tampa is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,216 a month there versus $1,874 in Portland.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Portland?
About $57,421 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Portland or Tampa?
The typical household earns $98,056 in Portland and $81,400 in Tampa, 20% more in Portland.