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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

📍 Phenix City, AL — ZIP-level rent data · COL adjusted from Columbus, GA area

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

$150.0K in your current city equals $170.6K in Tampa, FL

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
↑ 22.9%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,716
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$20.6K
Per year

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

Phenix City, AL

Population:38K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$175K

Tampa, FL

Population:385K
Cost Index:123
Median Home:$367K

Phenix City, AL

The Heart of Dixie

38K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Alabama, this city has a population of 38K 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: Phenix City, AL vs Tampa, FL

🏠Housing
↑ 62.1%
Phenix City, AL
$1,667
Tampa, FL
$2,703
Difference
$1,035
more
📦Other
↑ 19.3%
Phenix City, AL
$1,516
Tampa, FL
$1,808
Difference
$292
more
🚗Transportation
↓ 8.0%
Phenix City, AL
$1,395
Tampa, FL
$1,284
Difference
$111
less
🛒Groceries
↑ 8.2%
Phenix City, AL
$942
Tampa, FL
$1,019
Difference
$77.65
more
🏥Healthcare
↑ 12.9%
Phenix City, AL
$505
Tampa, FL
$570
Difference
$65.25
more
⚡All Utilities
↓ 0.0%
Phenix City, AL
$574
Tampa, FL
$574
Difference
$0.14
less

🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$672
To$1,850
↑ $1,178
1 Bed
From$725
To$1,960
↑ $1,235
2 Bed
From$843
To$2,290
↑ $1,447
3 Bed
From$1,106
To$2,930
↑ $1,824
Phenix City, ALZIP-level data

1BR range: $850–$920/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.

$6,599
Monthly in Phenix City, AL
$7,958
Monthly in Tampa, FL
$1,359
Difference

Home Values

Phenix City
Tampa
$175K
Median Value
$367K
↑ +2%
YoY Change
↓ -4%
↑ +29.1%
5-Year Change
↑ +42.1%
$164K - $186K
Price Range
$251K - $989K

Homes in Tampa are 109% more expensive than Phenix City

Calculate payment - Phenix CityCalculate payment - Tampa

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↑ $7.5K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$622
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
5.0%
Rate difference

Phenix City, AL

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Alabama State Tax
Effective: 5.0%
$7.5K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 29.6%
$44.5K
Take-Home Pay
$8,794/month
$105.5K

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

Phenix City, AL Tax Rates

Sales Tax:9.1%
Property Tax:0.4%

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

Phenix City
Tampa
49 Good
Air Quality
50 Good
52.7%
Good Air Days
52.5%
82 Moderate
Climate Risk
99 High
None
Top Hazards
🌊🌅🌀
▲+2.8°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.2°F
64 days
Heat Days >95°F
38 days
▲+2.8°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.2°F
64 days
Heat Days >95°F
38 days

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

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