salarySan Antonio is 7% 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
$1,463
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,457
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$70,163
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$235,700
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
94.7
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,122
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$179
$162
👥 People living there
1,479,835
401,618
Commute to work
24.5 min
24.8 min
College degree
29%
45.7%
Own their home
52.2%
50.3%
Below poverty line
17.1%
15.5%
Unemployment
6.2%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick San Antonio for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Tampa for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | San Antonio | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $28,110 | $37,070 | +32% in Tampa |
| Market Research Analyst | $65,950 | $75,210 | +14% in Tampa |
| Civil Engineer | $88,290 | $100,570 | +14% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $58,590 | $50,540 | -14% in Tampa |
| Medical Assistant | $39,180 | $44,480 | +14% in Tampa |
| Plumber | $58,180 | $52,000 | -11% in Tampa |
| Registered Nurse | $94,370 | $85,470 | -9% in Tampa |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,960 | $33,790 | +9% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is San Antonio or Tampa cheaper to live in?
San Antonio is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $2,216 in Tampa.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in San Antonio?
About $63,911 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, San Antonio or Tampa?
The typical household earns $70,163 in San Antonio and $81,400 in Tampa, 14% more in Tampa.