Cost of Living Calculator - Arlington, Massachusetts vs Tampa, Florida


The cost of living in Tampa, Florida is 39.4% cheaper than Arlington, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $102,973 in Tampa, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tampa, Florida is cheaper than Arlington, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Tampa
than in Arlington, Massachusetts
Arlington, MA vs Tampa, FL
Compared to Arlington, Tampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.4% 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
  8.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.1% lower
  Commute
  7.0% higher
  Health
  12.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.7% lower

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