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
$2,273
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,549
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$133,583
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$938,600
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
111.1
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$7,337
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$109
$162
👥 People living there
754,195
401,618
Commute to work
26 min
24.8 min
College degree
68.4%
45.7%
Own their home
43.7%
50.3%
Below poverty line
9.9%
15.5%
Unemployment
4.6%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Seattle for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Tampa for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Seattle | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $95,230 | $52,000 | -45% in Tampa |
| Electrician | $101,780 | $57,450 | -44% in Tampa |
| Elementary School Teacher | $102,920 | $60,120 | -42% in Tampa |
| Firefighter | $101,090 | $59,660 | -41% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $80,100 | $50,540 | -37% in Tampa |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $57,280 | $37,070 | -35% in Tampa |
| Police Officer | $115,120 | $75,710 | -34% in Tampa |
| Registered Nurse | $128,260 | $85,470 | -33% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Seattle or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Tampa is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,216 a month there versus $2,273 in Seattle.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Seattle?
About $54,470 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Seattle or Tampa?
The typical household earns $133,583 in Seattle and $81,400 in Tampa, 64% more in Seattle.