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
$2,044
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,875
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$81,095
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$371,100
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.9
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,463
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$162
👥 People living there
262,732
401,618
Commute to work
25.6 min
24.8 min
College degree
42.6%
45.7%
Own their home
62.8%
50.3%
Below poverty line
12.5%
15.5%
Unemployment
4.7%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick St. Petersburg for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Tampa for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | St. Petersburg | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $85,470 | $85,470 | 0% in Tampa |
| Nurse Practitioner | $128,120 | $128,120 | 0% in Tampa |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,490 | $62,490 | 0% in Tampa |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,470 | $37,470 | 0% in Tampa |
| Medical Assistant | $44,480 | $44,480 | 0% in Tampa |
| Pharmacist | $137,990 | $137,990 | 0% in Tampa |
| Physician Assistant | $127,820 | $127,820 | 0% in Tampa |
| Dental Hygienist | $95,870 | $95,870 | 0% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is St. Petersburg or Tampa cheaper to live in?
St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg?
About $60,000 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, St. Petersburg or Tampa?
The typical household earns $81,095 in St. Petersburg and $81,400 in Tampa, 0% more in Tampa.