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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ North Augusta, SC โ€” COL adjusted from Charlotte, NC area + state data

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You'd spend $2.2K/month more in Tampa, FL

$150.0K in your current city equals $176.4K in Tampa, FL

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 29.3%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$2,199
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$26.4K
Per year

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

North Augusta, SC

Population:26K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$399K

Tampa, FL

Population:385K
Cost Index:129
Median Home:$367K

North Augusta, SC

The Palmetto State

26K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in South Carolina, 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: North Augusta, SC vs Tampa, FL

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 48.1%
North Augusta, SC
$1,824
Tampa, FL
$2,703
Difference
$878
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 29.0%
North Augusta, SC
$1,402
Tampa, FL
$1,808
Difference
$406
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 30.1%
North Augusta, SC
$987
Tampa, FL
$1,284
Difference
$297
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 13.7%
North Augusta, SC
$896
Tampa, FL
$1,019
Difference
$123
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 22.0%
North Augusta, SC
$470
Tampa, FL
$574
Difference
$103
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†“ 1.4%
North Augusta, SC
$578
Tampa, FL
$570
Difference
$8.26
less

๐Ÿ Rent Comparison

Studio
From$663
To$1,850
โ†‘ $1,187
1 Bed
From$768
To$1,960
โ†‘ $1,192
2 Bed
From$942
To$2,290
โ†‘ $1,348
3 Bed
From$1,256
To$2,930
โ†‘ $1,674
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.

$6,159
Monthly in North Augusta, SC
$7,958
Monthly in Tampa, FL
$1,799
Difference

Home Values

North Augusta
Tampa
-
Median Value
$367K
-
YoY Change
โ†“ -4%
-
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +42.1%
-
Price Range
$251K - $989K

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†‘ $10.0K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$830
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
6.6%
Rate difference

North Augusta, SC

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
South Carolina State Tax
Effective: 6.6%
$10.0K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 31.3%
$47.0K
Take-Home Pay
$8,586/month
$103.0K

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

North Augusta, SC Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.4%
Property Tax:0.6%

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

North Augusta
Tampa
51 Moderate
Air Quality
50 Good
46.2%
Good Air Days
52.5%
97 High
Climate Risk
99 High
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒช๐Ÿ’จ
Top Hazards
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โ–ฒ+2.9ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.2ยฐF
36 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
38 days
โ–ฒ+2.9ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.2ยฐF
36 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
38 days

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

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