Last updated 2026-06-12 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Near the national average, with no state income tax and beach access nearby.
Cost of living index (US avg = 100): 102
Median 2BR rent: $2,000/mo
Housing: 108 vs 100
Groceries: 99 vs 100
Utilities: 104 vs 100
Transportation: 100 vs 100
Healthcare: 98 vs 100
Tampa offers Gulf Coast beaches, no state income tax, and fast growth at costs close to the national average. Housing has risen, and insurance is a Florida-specific factor.