Worcester, Massachusetts vs. Tampa, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tampa, Florida is 1.3% cheaper than Worcester, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $266,403 in Tampa, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tampa, Florida is cheaper than Worcester, Massachusetts
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
28% cheaper in Tampa
than in Worcester, Massachusetts
Worcester, MA vs. Tampa, FL
Compared to Worcester, Tampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.3% 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
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.3% lower
  Commute
  17.5% higher
  Health
  4.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.2% lower