Rockville, Maryland vs. Tampa, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tampa, Florida is 25.7% cheaper than Rockville, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $37,142 in Tampa, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockville, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tampa, Florida is cheaper than Rockville, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% cheaper in Tampa
than in Rockville, Maryland
Rockville, MD vs. Tampa, FL
Compared to Rockville, Tampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.7% lower
      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
  7.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.4% lower
  Commute
  16.3% lower
  Health
  15.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% lower