Seattle, Washington vs. Tampa, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tampa, Florida is 38.2% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $30,900 in Tampa, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tampa, Florida is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Tampa
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Tampa, FL
Compared to Seattle, Tampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.2% 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
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  40.0% higher
  Commute
  18.5% lower
  Health
  13.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.8% lower