Tampa vs Fort Lauderdale: Cost of Living

Last updated 2026-06-15 · MovePlan Editorial Team

Tampa is about 10% cheaper overall. Here is how Tampa and Fort Lauderdale compare on rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, and healthcare.

• Tampa cost-of-living index: 102 vs 100
• Fort Lauderdale cost-of-living index: 113 vs 100
• Tampa median 2BR rent: $2,000/mo
• Fort Lauderdale median 2BR rent: $2,800/mo

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