salaryTampa is 4% 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
$1,942
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,595
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$86,180
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$440,900
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.1
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,174
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$204
$162
👥 People living there
322,326
401,618
Commute to work
31.7 min
24.8 min
College degree
20%
45.7%
Own their home
53.9%
50.3%
Below poverty line
15.5%
15.5%
Unemployment
8.6%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Stockton for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes.
- Pick Tampa for cheaper homes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Stockton | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $97,400 | $60,120 | -38% in Tampa |
| Registered Nurse | $134,580 | $85,470 | -36% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $75,710 | $50,540 | -33% in Tampa |
| Lawyer | $174,880 | $127,490 | -27% in Tampa |
| Firefighter | $79,540 | $59,660 | -25% in Tampa |
| Electrician | $76,410 | $57,450 | -25% in Tampa |
| Carpenter | $69,160 | $52,130 | -25% in Tampa |
| Police Officer | $99,900 | $75,710 | -24% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Stockton or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Tampa is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,216 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Stockton?
About $57,603 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Stockton or Tampa?
The typical household earns $86,180 in Stockton and $81,400 in Tampa, 6% more in Stockton.