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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ Pooler, GA โ€” ZIP-level rent data ยท COL adjusted from Jacksonville, FL area

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You'd spend $1.6K/month more in Tampa, FL

$150.0K in your current city equals $169.6K in Tampa, FL

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 21.8%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,632
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$19.6K
Per year

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

Pooler, GA

Population:30K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$343K

Tampa, FL

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

Pooler, GA

The Peach State

30K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Georgia, this city has a population of 30K 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: Pooler, GA vs Tampa, FL

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 51.1%
Pooler, GA
$1,789
Tampa, FL
$2,703
Difference
$914
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 23.7%
Pooler, GA
$1,461
Tampa, FL
$1,808
Difference
$347
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 11.1%
Pooler, GA
$1,156
Tampa, FL
$1,284
Difference
$129
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 5.4%
Pooler, GA
$967
Tampa, FL
$1,019
Difference
$52.35
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 5.4%
Pooler, GA
$544
Tampa, FL
$574
Difference
$29.47
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๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 5.4%
Pooler, GA
$541
Tampa, FL
$570
Difference
$29.27
more

๐Ÿ Rent Comparison

Studio
From$1,308
To$1,850
โ†‘ $542
1 Bed
From$1,377
To$1,960
โ†‘ $583
2 Bed
From$1,507
To$2,290
โ†‘ $783
3 Bed
From$2,004
To$2,930
โ†‘ $926
Pooler, GAZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,800โ€“$1,800/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.

$6,458
Monthly in Pooler, GA
$7,958
Monthly in Tampa, FL
$1,500
Difference

Home Values

Pooler
Tampa
$343K
Median Value
$367K
โ†“ -3.9%
YoY Change
โ†“ -4%
โ†‘ +42.3%
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +42.1%
$343K
Price Range
$251K - $989K

Homes in Tampa are 7% more expensive than Pooler

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†‘ $8.5K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$704
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
5.6%
Rate difference

Pooler, GA

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Georgia State Tax
Effective: 5.6%
$8.5K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 30.3%
$45.5K
Take-Home Pay
$8,711/month
$104.5K

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

Pooler, GA Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.3%
Property Tax:0.9%

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

Pooler
Tampa
50 Good
Air Quality
50 Good
51.9%
Good Air Days
52.5%
97 High
Climate Risk
99 High
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Top Hazards
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โ–ฒ+2.3ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.2ยฐF
36 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
38 days
โ–ฒ+2.3ยฐF
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 Georgia and Florida on TaxTakeHome.com

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