Battle Creek, Michigan vs. Tampa, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tampa, Florida is 27.2% more expensive than Battle Creek, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $190,859 in Tampa, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Battle Creek, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tampa, Florida is more expensive than Battle Creek, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
150% more expensive in Tampa
than in Battle Creek, Michigan
Battle Creek, MI vs. Tampa, FL
Compared to Battle Creek, Tampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  14.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  173.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% lower
  Commute
  16.2% higher
  Health
  6.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.4% lower