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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ Plum, PA โ€” ZIP-level rent data ยท COL adjusted from Pittsburgh, PA 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 Pittsburgh, PA area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 22.2%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,666
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$20.0K
Per year

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

Plum, PA

Population:26K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$240K

Tampa, FL

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

Plum, PA

The Keystone State

26K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Pennsylvania, 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: Plum, PA vs Tampa, FL

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 62.7%
Plum, PA
$1,661
Tampa, FL
$2,703
Difference
$1,041
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 18.8%
Plum, PA
$1,522
Tampa, FL
$1,808
Difference
$286
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 11.5%
Plum, PA
$1,151
Tampa, FL
$1,284
Difference
$133
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 11.2%
Plum, PA
$512
Tampa, FL
$570
Difference
$57.52
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 5.9%
Plum, PA
$963
Tampa, FL
$1,019
Difference
$56.55
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†“ 2.8%
Plum, PA
$590
Tampa, FL
$574
Difference
$16.49
less

๐Ÿ Rent Comparison

Studio
From$885
To$1,850
โ†‘ $965
1 Bed
From$958
To$1,960
โ†‘ $1,002
2 Bed
From$1,151
To$2,290
โ†‘ $1,139
3 Bed
From$1,473
To$2,930
โ†‘ $1,457
Plum, PAZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,190โ€“$1,190/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.

$6,400
Monthly in Plum, PA
$7,958
Monthly in Tampa, FL
$1,558
Difference

Home Values

Plum
Tampa
$240K
Median Value
$367K
โ†‘ +0.6%
YoY Change
โ†“ -4%
โ†‘ +27%
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +42.1%
$240K
Price Range
$251K - $989K

Homes in Tampa are 52% more expensive than Plum

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†‘ $4.6K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$384
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
3.1%
Rate difference

Plum, PA

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Pennsylvania State Tax
Effective: 3.1%
$4.6K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 27.7%
$41.6K
Take-Home Pay
$9,032/month
$108.4K

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

Plum, PA Tax Rates

Sales Tax:6.5%
Property Tax:1.4%

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

Plum
Tampa
52 Moderate
Air Quality
50 Good
47.8%
Good Air Days
52.5%
98 High
Climate Risk
99 High
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒช๐Ÿ’จ
Top Hazards
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โ–ฒ+3.0ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.2ยฐF
12 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
38 days
โ–ฒ+3.0ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.2ยฐF
12 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
38 days

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

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