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
$1,489
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,351
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$75,564
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$363,500
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.3
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,947
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$162
👥 People living there
230,293
401,618
Commute to work
20.6 min
24.8 min
College degree
33.9%
45.7%
Own their home
58.8%
50.3%
Below poverty line
13.8%
15.5%
Unemployment
5.7%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Spokane for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Tampa for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Spokane | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $98,800 | $60,120 | -39% in Tampa |
| Plumber | $72,800 | $52,000 | -29% in Tampa |
| Firefighter | $83,310 | $59,660 | -28% in Tampa |
| Electrician | $79,830 | $57,450 | -28% in Tampa |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $48,560 | $37,070 | -24% in Tampa |
| Registered Nurse | $111,750 | $85,470 | -24% in Tampa |
| Police Officer | $95,660 | $75,710 | -21% in Tampa |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,950 | $62,490 | -21% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Spokane or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Spokane 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 Spokane?
About $60,325 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Spokane or Tampa?
The typical household earns $75,564 in Spokane and $81,400 in Tampa, 7% more in Tampa.