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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

Data: HUD rent estimates, BLS cost of living

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You'd spend $1.2K/month more in Tampa, FL

$150.0K in your current city equals $164.2K in Tampa, FL

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
↑ 15.7%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,180
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$14.2K
Per year

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

Greensboro, NC

Population:302K
Cost Index:
100
100 = national average
Median Home:$229K

Tampa, FL

Population:385K
Cost Index:
116
(16% above avg)
Median Home:$367K

Greensboro, NC

The Tar Heel State

302K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in North Carolina, this city has a population of 302K residents.

Tampa, FL

The Sunshine State

385K
Population
State Tax
No Income Tax
Climate
Humid subtropical

Notable Facts

  • •Major Tampa Bay area
  • •No state income tax
  • •Growing tech scene

Major Industries

FinanceTechnologyHealthcareTourism

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Greensboro, NC vs Tampa, FL

Housing
↑ 26.8%
Greensboro, NC
$2,131
Tampa, FL
$2,703
Difference
$572
more
Other
↑ 14.9%
Greensboro, NC
$1,574
Tampa, FL
$1,808
Difference
$234
more
Transportation
↑ 6.8%
Greensboro, NC
$1,202
Tampa, FL
$1,284
Difference
$81.96
more
Groceries
↑ 6.3%
Greensboro, NC
$959
Tampa, FL
$1,019
Difference
$59.96
more
All Utilities
↑ 10.5%
Greensboro, NC
$519
Tampa, FL
$574
Difference
$54.64
more
Healthcare
↓ 5.2%
Greensboro, NC
$601
Tampa, FL
$570
Difference
$30.98
less

🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$1,220
To$1,850
↑ $630
1 Bed
From$1,280
To$1,960
↑ $680
2 Bed
From$1,400
To$2,290
↑ $890
3 Bed
From$1,790
To$2,930
↑ $1,140
Greensboro, NCZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,070–$1,600/mo

Tampa, FLZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,410–$2,550/mo

💡 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.

$6,986
Monthly in Greensboro, NC
$7,958
Monthly in Tampa, FL
$972
Difference

Home Values

Greensboro
Tampa
$229K
Median Value
$367K
↓ -0.7%
YoY Change
↓ -4%
↑ +35.9%
5-Year Change
↑ +42.1%
$179K - $364K
Price Range
$251K - $989K

Homes in Tampa are 60% more expensive than Greensboro

Calculate payment - GreensboroCalculate payment - Tampa

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↑ $7.1K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$594
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
4.7%
Rate difference

Greensboro, NC

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
North Carolina State Tax
Effective: 4.8%
$7.1K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 29.4%
$44.1K
Take-Home Pay
$8,822/month
$105.9K

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

Greensboro, NC Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.1%
Property Tax:0.8%

Tampa, FL Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.2%
Property Tax:0.8%

💡 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

Greensboro
Tampa
47 Good
Air Quality
50 Good
57.4%
Good Air Days
52.5%
92 Moderate
Climate Risk
99 High
🌊🌪💨
Top Hazards
🌊🌅🌀
▲+2.8°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.2°F
30 days
Heat Days >95°F
38 days
▲+2.8°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.2°F
30 days
Heat Days >95°F
38 days

💰 See how taxes change too — compare take-home pay between North Carolina and Florida on TaxTakeHome.com

Where your money goes further

Cities cheaper than Greensboro, NC on a $150.0K salary

1.Indianapolis, IN
Save $169/mo
2.St. Louis, MO
Save $169/mo

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