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
$1,783
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,726
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$87,100
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$548,300
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.0
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,358
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$162
👥 People living there
273,212
401,618
Commute to work
20.3 min
24.8 min
College degree
36.8%
45.7%
Own their home
49.8%
50.3%
Below poverty line
12.6%
15.5%
Unemployment
5.1%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Reno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Tampa for cheaper homes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Reno | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $25,700 | $37,070 | +44% in Tampa |
| Plumber | $77,020 | $52,000 | -32% in Tampa |
| Firefighter | $81,360 | $59,660 | -27% in Tampa |
| Lawyer | $163,380 | $127,490 | -22% in Tampa |
| Electrician | $72,800 | $57,450 | -21% in Tampa |
| Truck Driver | $63,790 | $50,560 | -21% in Tampa |
| Registered Nurse | $107,520 | $85,470 | -21% in Tampa |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,600 | $62,490 | -20% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Reno or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Reno 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 Reno?
About $59,926 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Reno or Tampa?
The typical household earns $87,100 in Reno and $81,400 in Tampa, 7% more in Reno.