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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ Auburn, NY โ€” ZIP-level rent data ยท COL adjusted from Newark, NJ area

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You'd spend $1.4K/month more in Tampa, FL

$150.0K in your current city equals $167.0K in Tampa, FL

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from Syracuse, NY area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 18.9%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,419
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$17.0K
Per year

Based on monthly living costs (rent, groceries, utilities, transport, healthcare). Home purchase prices shown separately below.

Auburn, NY

Population:26K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$207K

Tampa, FL

Population:385K
Cost Index:119
Median Home:$367K

Auburn, NY

The Empire State

26K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in New York, this city has a population of 26K residents.

Tampa, FL

The Sunshine State

385K
Population
State Tax
No Income Tax
Climate
Humid subtropical

Notable Facts

  • โ€ขMajor Tampa Bay area
  • โ€ขNo state income tax
  • โ€ขGrowing tech scene

Major Industries

FinanceTechnologyHealthcareTourism

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Auburn, NY vs Tampa, FL

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 65.6%
Auburn, NY
$1,632
Tampa, FL
$2,703
Difference
$1,071
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 11.3%
Auburn, NY
$1,624
Tampa, FL
$1,808
Difference
$184
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†“ 7.4%
Auburn, NY
$616
Tampa, FL
$570
Difference
$45.87
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โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 7.6%
Auburn, NY
$533
Tampa, FL
$574
Difference
$40.37
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 3.5%
Auburn, NY
$984
Tampa, FL
$1,019
Difference
$34.89
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 0.2%
Auburn, NY
$1,282
Tampa, FL
$1,284
Difference
$2.32
more

๐Ÿ Rent Comparison

Studio
From$614
To$1,850
โ†‘ $1,236
1 Bed
From$661
To$1,960
โ†‘ $1,299
2 Bed
From$811
To$2,290
โ†‘ $1,479
3 Bed
From$1,009
To$2,930
โ†‘ $1,921
Auburn, NYZIP-level data

1BR range: $970โ€“$970/mo

Tampa, FLZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,410โ€“$2,550/mo

๐Ÿ’ก Note: Rent prices are based on HUD Fair Market Rent data and represent median costs. Actual prices vary by neighborhood, amenities, and condition. Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents FY2026.

$6,672
Monthly in Auburn, NY
$7,958
Monthly in Tampa, FL
$1,286
Difference

Home Values

Auburn
Tampa
$207K
Median Value
$367K
โ†‘ +3%
YoY Change
โ†“ -4%
โ†‘ +41.4%
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +42.1%
$207K
Price Range
$251K - $989K

Homes in Tampa are 77% more expensive than Auburn

Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), January 2026

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†‘ $9.5K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$795
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
6.4%
Rate difference

Auburn, NY

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
New York State Tax
Effective: 6.4%
$9.5K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 31.0%
$46.6K
Take-Home Pay
$8,620/month
$103.4K

Tampa, FL

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Florida State Tax
No state income tax
$0
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 24.7%
$37.0K
Take-Home Pay
$9,416/month
$113.0K

Additional Tax Information

Auburn, NY Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.8%
Property Tax:1.2%

Tampa, FL Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.2%
Property Tax:0.8%

๐Ÿ’ก Note: Tax calculations are estimates based on 2024/2025 tax brackets for single filers with standard deduction. Actual taxes may vary based on filing status, deductions, credits, and local variations.

Environment

Auburn
Tampa
N/A
Air Quality
50 Good
-
Good Air Days
52.5%
98 High
Climate Risk
99 High
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Top Hazards
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โ–ฒ+2.9ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.2ยฐF
15 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
38 days
โ–ฒ+2.9ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.2ยฐF
15 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
38 days

๐Ÿ’ฐ See how taxes change too โ€” compare take-home pay between New York and Florida on TaxTakeHome.com

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