salaryTampa is 9% 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
$3,027
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,662
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$132,722
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$784,700
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,890
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$166
$162
👥 People living there
230,221
401,618
Commute to work
34.1 min
24.8 min
College degree
39.8%
45.7%
Own their home
71.8%
50.3%
Below poverty line
7.4%
15.5%
Unemployment
5.6%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Santa Clarita for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Tampa for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Santa Clarita or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Tampa is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,216 a month there versus $3,027 in Santa Clarita.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Santa Clarita?
About $54,673 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Santa Clarita or Tampa?
The typical household earns $132,722 in Santa Clarita and $81,400 in Tampa, 63% more in Santa Clarita.