Arlington, Virginia vs. Tampa, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tampa, Florida is 35.8% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $112,299 in Tampa, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tampa, Florida is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Tampa
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Tampa, FL
Compared to Arlington, Tampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.8% 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
  8.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.0% lower
  Commute
  8.5% lower
  Health
  0.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.6% lower