Cost of Living Calculator - South Houston, Texas vs Tampa, Florida


The cost of living in Tampa, Florida is 14.6% more expensive than South Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $85,939 in Tampa, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in South Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tampa, Florida is more expensive than South Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
97% more expensive in Tampa
than in South Houston, Texas
South Houston, TX vs Tampa, FL
Compared to South Houston, Tampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.6% 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
  10.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.2% higher
  Commute
  8.9% lower
  Health
  5.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% lower

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