Alexandria, Virginia vs. Tampa, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tampa, Florida is 26.1% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $95,990 in Tampa, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tampa, Florida is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Tampa
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Tampa, FL
Compared to Alexandria, Tampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.1% 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
  6.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% lower
  Commute
  13.0% lower
  Health
  1.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.5% lower