Gary, Indiana vs. Tampa, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tampa, Florida is 42.2% more expensive than Gary, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $71,125 in Tampa, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Gary, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tampa, Florida is more expensive than Gary, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
380% more expensive in Tampa
than in Gary, Indiana
Gary, IN vs. Tampa, FL
Compared to Gary, Tampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.2% 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
  15.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  367.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% lower
  Commute
  18.4% higher
  Health
  7.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.5% lower