Santa Monica, California vs. Tampa, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tampa, Florida is 61.9% cheaper than Santa Monica, California.

You would need a salary of $30,511 in Tampa, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Monica, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tampa, Florida is cheaper than Santa Monica, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
77% cheaper in Tampa
than in Santa Monica, California
Santa Monica, CA vs. Tampa, FL
Compared to Santa Monica, Tampa is:
  Homeowner
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  61.9% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  87.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  19.2% higher
  Commute
  27.6% lower
  Health
  11.2% higher
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  Personal
  7.3% lower
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