salaryTampa is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,216
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,886
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$81,400
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$420,400
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.9
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,264
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$162
$96
👥 People living there
401,618
681,294
Commute to work
24.8 min
30 min
College degree
45.7%
64.2%
Own their home
50.3%
41.5%
Below poverty line
15.5%
15.4%
Unemployment
4.9%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Tampa for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Tampa | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $127,490 | $195,190 | +53% in Washington |
| Operations Manager | $103,670 | $156,460 | +51% in Washington |
| HVAC Technician | $50,540 | $71,920 | +42% in Washington |
| Plumber | $52,000 | $71,860 | +38% in Washington |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,120 | $79,470 | +32% in Washington |
| Electrician | $57,450 | $75,930 | +32% in Washington |
| Accountant | $78,990 | $102,140 | +29% in Washington |
| Dental Hygienist | $95,870 | $119,170 | +24% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Tampa or Washington cheaper to live in?
Tampa is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,216 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Tampa?
About $64,754 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Tampa or Washington?
The typical household earns $81,400 in Tampa and $118,495 in Washington, 31% more in Washington.