Let the numbers do the talking.
Orlando, FL vs Tampa, FL
Orlando, FL vs Tampa, FL: What the data shows
Orlando, FL is in Orlando, FL while Tampa, FL is in Tampa, FL — both in the same state. On home prices, Tampa, FL is the more affordable option at $214,100 median — $270,100 less than Orlando, FL's $484,200. WYLT rates Orlando, FL as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Tampa, FL as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Orlando, FL has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Tampa, FL has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Orlando, FL has High flood risk and Tampa, FL has Low flood risk.
Tampa, FL is the more walkable neighborhood. Orlando, FL scores 10/100 (car-dependent) versus Tampa, FL's 25/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, both neighborhoods have the same school rating — Orlando, FL rates 6.9/10 and Tampa, FL rates 6.9/10.
| Category | Orlando, FL | Tampa, FL |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $484K | $214K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $2K | $1K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $109K ✓ Higher income | $32K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Low ✓ More stable |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 10/100 | 25/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | 1/100 | 65/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | 18/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 9 min | 6 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | High | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.9/10 | 6.9/10 |
| Best for | Families with school-aged kidsRemote workers who can driveHomebuyers looking for a low-cost entry point | First‑time home buyers on a tight budgetBudget renters seeking proximity to downtownPeople who rely on public transit more than walking |
Bottom line
Share this comparison