Gulf Shores, Alabama vs. Tampa, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tampa, Florida is 2.4% more expensive than Gulf Shores, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $51,185 in Tampa, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Gulf Shores, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tampa, Florida is more expensive than Gulf Shores, Alabama
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
47% more expensive in Tampa
than in Gulf Shores, Alabama
Gulf Shores, AL vs. Tampa, FL
Compared to Gulf Shores, Tampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% 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
  5.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% lower
  Commute
  45.8% higher
  Health
  13.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% lower