Charles City, Iowa vs. Tampa, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tampa, Florida is 46.9% more expensive than Charles City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $139,540 in Tampa, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Charles City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tampa, Florida is more expensive than Charles City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
210% more expensive in Tampa
than in Charles City, Iowa
Charles City, IA vs. Tampa, FL
Compared to Charles City, Tampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.9% 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
  12.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  147.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% lower
  Commute
  79.1% higher
  Health
  0.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% lower