salaryTallahassee is 7% 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
$1,480
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,394
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$61,916
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$294,400
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,540
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$208
$162
👥 People living there
201,875
401,618
Commute to work
19.1 min
24.8 min
College degree
51.3%
45.7%
Own their home
40.6%
50.3%
Below poverty line
23.6%
15.5%
Unemployment
6.4%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Tallahassee for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Tampa for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Tallahassee | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $72,510 | $105,080 | +45% in Tampa |
| Accountant | $61,840 | $78,990 | +28% in Tampa |
| Lawyer | $103,320 | $127,490 | +23% in Tampa |
| Medical Assistant | $36,880 | $44,480 | +21% in Tampa |
| Dental Hygienist | $79,520 | $95,870 | +21% in Tampa |
| Market Research Analyst | $65,000 | $75,210 | +16% in Tampa |
| Customer Service Representative | $37,310 | $42,660 | +14% in Tampa |
| Police Officer | $67,200 | $75,710 | +13% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Tallahassee or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Tallahassee is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,480 a month there versus $2,216 in Tampa.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Tallahassee?
About $64,453 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Tallahassee or Tampa?
The typical household earns $61,916 in Tallahassee and $81,400 in Tampa, 24% more in Tampa.