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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ Gladstone, MO โ€” ZIP-level rent data ยท COL adjusted from Kansas City, MO area

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You'd spend $1.7K/month more in Tampa, FL

$150.0K in your current city equals $170.0K in Tampa, FL

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from Kansas City, MO-KS area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 22.2%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,665
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$20.0K
Per year

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

Gladstone, MO

Population:27K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$259K

Tampa, FL

Population:385K
Cost Index:122
Median Home:$367K

Gladstone, MO

The Show-Me State

27K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Missouri, this city has a population of 27K 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: Gladstone, MO vs Tampa, FL

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 52.3%
Gladstone, MO
$1,774
Tampa, FL
$2,703
Difference
$928
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 20.1%
Gladstone, MO
$1,505
Tampa, FL
$1,808
Difference
$303
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 12.8%
Gladstone, MO
$1,139
Tampa, FL
$1,284
Difference
$145
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 10.9%
Gladstone, MO
$919
Tampa, FL
$1,019
Difference
$101
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 10.7%
Gladstone, MO
$518
Tampa, FL
$574
Difference
$55.52
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†“ 3.0%
Gladstone, MO
$588
Tampa, FL
$570
Difference
$17.59
less

๐Ÿ Rent Comparison

Studio
From$852
To$1,850
โ†‘ $998
1 Bed
From$931
To$1,960
โ†‘ $1,029
2 Bed
From$1,059
To$2,290
โ†‘ $1,231
3 Bed
From$1,377
To$2,930
โ†‘ $1,553
Gladstone, MOZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,170โ€“$1,170/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.

$6,442
Monthly in Gladstone, MO
$7,958
Monthly in Tampa, FL
$1,515
Difference

Home Values

Gladstone
Tampa
$259K
Median Value
$367K
โ†‘ +1.4%
YoY Change
โ†“ -4%
โ†‘ +38.2%
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +42.1%
$259K
Price Range
$251K - $989K

Homes in Tampa are 42% more expensive than Gladstone

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†‘ $7.9K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$661
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
5.3%
Rate difference

Gladstone, MO

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Missouri State Tax
Effective: 5.3%
$7.9K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 30.0%
$44.9K
Take-Home Pay
$8,755/month
$105.1K

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

Gladstone, MO Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.2%
Property Tax:1.0%

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

Gladstone
Tampa
46 Good
Air Quality
50 Good
59.3%
Good Air Days
52.5%
97 High
Climate Risk
99 High
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒก๐ŸŒช
Top Hazards
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒ…๐ŸŒ€
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.2ยฐF
44 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
38 days
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.2ยฐF
44 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
38 days

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

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