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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ Jackson, TN โ€” ZIP-level rent data ยท COL adjusted from Memphis, TN area

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

$150.0K in your current city equals $167.2K in Tampa, FL

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 19.2%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,437
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$17.2K
Per year

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

Jackson, TN

Population:68K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$199K

Tampa, FL

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

Jackson, TN

The Volunteer State

68K
Population
State Tax
No Income Tax

Located in Tennessee, this city has a population of 68K residents.

๐Ÿ’ก Advantage: Tennessee has no state income tax!

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: Jackson, TN vs Tampa, FL

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 45.7%
Jackson, TN
$1,854
Tampa, FL
$2,703
Difference
$848
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 7.5%
Jackson, TN
$1,682
Tampa, FL
$1,808
Difference
$125
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 8.2%
Jackson, TN
$942
Tampa, FL
$1,019
Difference
$77.57
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 8.0%
Jackson, TN
$531
Tampa, FL
$574
Difference
$42.37
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 8.0%
Jackson, TN
$528
Tampa, FL
$570
Difference
$42.04
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๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 2.8%
Jackson, TN
$1,249
Tampa, FL
$1,284
Difference
$34.69
more

๐Ÿ Rent Comparison

Studio
From$925
To$1,850
โ†‘ $925
1 Bed
From$1,020
To$1,960
โ†‘ $940
2 Bed
From$1,337
To$2,290
โ†‘ $953
3 Bed
From$1,779
To$2,930
โ†‘ $1,151
Jackson, TNZIP-level data

1BR range: $940โ€“$1,090/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.

$6,787
Monthly in Jackson, TN
$7,958
Monthly in Tampa, FL
$1,170
Difference

Home Values

Jackson
Tampa
$199K
Median Value
$367K
โ†“ -2.7%
YoY Change
โ†“ -4%
โ†‘ +33.8%
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +42.1%
$129K - $270K
Price Range
$251K - $989K

Homes in Tampa are 84% more expensive than Jackson

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†’ $0
Same taxes
Monthly Difference
$0
Same take-home
Effective Rate Diff
0.0%
Rate difference

Jackson, TN

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Tennessee 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

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

Jackson, TN Tax Rates

Sales Tax:9.5%
Property Tax:0.7%

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

Jackson
Tampa
55 Moderate
Air Quality
50 Good
34.4%
Good Air Days
52.5%
99 High
Climate Risk
99 High
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒก๐Ÿซจ
Top Hazards
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒ…๐ŸŒ€
โ–ฒ+2.8ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.2ยฐF
54 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
38 days
โ–ฒ+2.8ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.2ยฐF
54 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
38 days

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

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