Cost of Living in East Tampa, Tampa, FL

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3%
Overall NAT. AVG.
6%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
5%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index East Tampa Tampa Florida
Cost of living103114102
Groceries106106102
Health care104104104
Housing9513397
Transportation106106103
Utilities112112110
Lifestyle & Entertainment106106104
Household Items103103102
Education & Childcare111111106
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in East Tampa is 1% higher than the Tampa average
  • The cost of living in East Tampa is 3% higher than the national average
  • East Tampa housing is 5% lower than the national average
  • Florida general sales tax is 18% higher than the national average
  • Florida state income tax is 100% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Household$51,200$4,267$1,195$1,536

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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