North Pole, Alaska vs. Tampa, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tampa, Florida is 4.3% cheaper than North Pole, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $59,312 in Tampa, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in North Pole, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tampa, Florida is cheaper than North Pole, Alaska
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
25% cheaper in Tampa
than in North Pole, Alaska
North Pole, AK vs. Tampa, FL
Compared to North Pole, Tampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.3% 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
  22.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.5% lower
  Commute
  21.2% higher
  Health
  21.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.7% lower