Springfield, Illinois vs. Tampa, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tampa, Florida is 37.5% more expensive than Springfield, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $89,397 in Tampa, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tampa, Florida is more expensive than Springfield, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
185% more expensive in Tampa
than in Springfield, Illinois
Springfield, IL vs. Tampa, FL
Compared to Springfield, Tampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.5% 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
  12.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  108.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% lower
  Commute
  60.1% higher
  Health
  10.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% higher