Des Moines, Iowa vs. Tampa, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tampa, Florida is 31.8% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $237,165 in Tampa, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tampa, Florida is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
116% more expensive in Tampa
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Tampa, FL
Compared to Des Moines, Tampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.8% 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
  9.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.5% higher
  Commute
  50.1% higher
  Health
  2.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.8% higher