CCCityCheck
SafetyCostCitiesProvidersSearch

Tampa vs Orlando: Full Comparison

Updated November 2026 · Cost of living, safety, and climate data

Quick Answer

Tampa is 13% safer. Tampa has more comfortable months (8 vs 8). Tampa population: 413,554. Orlando population: 333,888.

Which city is better for you?

Cost of LivingTie
SafetyTampa
WeatherTie
HousingTie

Based on cost of living indices, FBI crime data, and NOAA climate records.

Cost of Living: Tampa vs Orlando

CategoryTampaOrlando
Overall Index105105
Housing$2,314/moIndex: 130$2,314/moIndex: 130
Groceries$418/moIndex: 102$418/moIndex: 102
Transportation$357/moIndex: 102$357/moIndex: 102
Healthcare$320/moIndex: 100$320/moIndex: 100
Utilities$224/moIndex: 102$224/moIndex: 102

Index 100 = national average. Dollar amounts are estimated monthly costs. Sources: BEA Regional Price Parities, C2ER Cost of Living Index.

Safety: Tampa vs Orlando

Tampa is 13% safer overall, with a crime rate of 22.7 per 1,000 residents vs Orlando's 26. Tampa earns a B- safety grade compared to Orlando's C+. Based on 2023 FBI data.

B-

Tampa

Florida

Overall GradeB-
Violent CrimeC+
Property CrimeB-
Crime Rate22.7/1K
TrendImproving
C+

Orlando

Florida

Overall GradeC+
Violent CrimeC+
Property CrimeC+
Crime Rate26/1K
TrendDeclining
MetricTampaOrlando
Overall Crime Rate22.7/1K26/1K
Violent Crime Rate436.9366.0
Property Crime Rate1835.02230.7
Murder Rate8.35.4
Assault Rate301.7307.5
Robbery Rate111.767.8
Burglary Rate293.5356.8
Theft Rate1136.01794.7
Vehicle Theft Rate330.9555.7

Crime rates per 100,000 residents. 2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data. Lower rates are better (safer).

Victim Odds

In Tampa, you have a 1 in 44 chance of being a crime victim per year vs 1 in 38 in Orlando.

Climate: Tampa vs Orlando

Tampa Climate Overview

Annual High82.4°F
Annual Low64.8°F
Annual Rain46.3"
Annual SnowNone
Comfortable Months8
Best MonthNovember
Worst MonthAugust
Monthly Temperature
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
ComfortableWarm

Orlando Climate Overview

Annual High83.2°F
Annual Low62.9°F
Annual Rain50.6"
Annual SnowNone
Comfortable Months8
Best MonthNovember
Worst MonthAugust
Monthly Temperature
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
ComfortableWarm

Monthly Temperature Comparison

TampaOrlandoHigh/Low °F range
40°60°80°100°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
MetricTampaOrlando
Avg Annual High82.4°F83.2°F
Avg Annual Low64.8°F62.9°F
Annual Rain46.3"50.6"
Annual SnowNoneNone
Comfortable Months88
Freezing Months00

Both cities have similar summer temperatures, but Orlando is 3°F colder in winter than Tampa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tampa cheaper than Orlando?
Tampa and Orlando have very similar costs of living (index 105 vs 105, where 100 is the national average). Day-to-day expenses are comparable in both cities.
Is Tampa safer than Orlando?
Tampa is 13% safer overall, with a crime rate of 22.7 per 1,000 residents vs Orlando's 26. Tampa earns a B- safety grade. Based on 2023 FBI data.
Which city has better weather, Tampa or Orlando?
Orlando is about the same temperature as Tampa. Tampa has more comfortable months (8 vs 8). Neither city gets significant snow.
Should I move to Tampa or Orlando?
It depends on your priorities. Tampa is safer (B- grade). Tampa is more affordable (index 105 vs 105). Tampa has better year-round weather. Tampa has a population of 413,554 and Orlando has 333,888. Consider job market, culture, and proximity to family alongside these data points.
How big is Tampa compared to Orlando?
Tampa has a population of 413,554 and Orlando has 333,888. Tampa is 24% larger by population.
Is housing cheaper in Tampa or Orlando?
Housing is cheaper in Tampa. Estimated monthly housing costs: Tampa $2,314/mo vs Orlando $2,314/mo. That's based on a housing index of 130 vs 130 (100 = national average of $1,780/mo).

Learn More About Each City

B-
Tampa Safety ReportFull crime breakdown and trends
C+
Orlando Safety ReportFull crime breakdown and trends
Salary CalculatorClimate Compare ToolSafety Comparison Tool

Safety data: 2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report. Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities and C2ER Cost of Living Index. Climate: NOAA 30-year normals. Not a substitute for local guidance.

Know before you go

CityCheck covers safety, cost of living, climate, and things to do for every US city.

Explore cities