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TAMPA vs. SURF CITY
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Tampa, Florida vs. Surf City, North Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Surf City, North Carolina is
15.2%
more expensive
than Tampa, Florida.
You would need a salary of
$57,618
in Surf City, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Tampa, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Surf City, North Carolina is
more expensive
than Tampa, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% more expensive in Surf City
than in Tampa, Florida
Tampa, FL vs. Surf City, NC
Compared to Tampa, Surf City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
15.2% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
58.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.3% higher
Commute
12.3% lower
Health
18.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.2% higher
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