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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

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

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You'd spend $2.0K/month more in Tampa, FL

$150.0K in your current city equals $173.7K in Tampa, FL

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from Memphis, TN-MS-AR area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 26.4%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,979
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$23.7K
Per year

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

Southaven, MS

Population:57K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$231K

Tampa, FL

Population:385K
Cost Index:126
Median Home:$367K

Southaven, MS

The Magnolia State

57K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Mississippi, this city has a population of 57K 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: Southaven, MS vs Tampa, FL

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 71.7%
Southaven, MS
$1,574
Tampa, FL
$2,703
Difference
$1,129
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 14.0%
Southaven, MS
$1,586
Tampa, FL
$1,808
Difference
$222
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 9.0%
Southaven, MS
$1,178
Tampa, FL
$1,284
Difference
$106
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 11.5%
Southaven, MS
$914
Tampa, FL
$1,019
Difference
$105
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 11.2%
Southaven, MS
$516
Tampa, FL
$574
Difference
$57.77
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๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 11.2%
Southaven, MS
$513
Tampa, FL
$570
Difference
$57.34
more

๐Ÿ Rent Comparison

Studio
From$942
To$1,850
โ†‘ $908
1 Bed
From$1,023
To$1,960
โ†‘ $937
2 Bed
From$1,128
To$2,290
โ†‘ $1,162
3 Bed
From$1,490
To$2,930
โ†‘ $1,440
Southaven, MSZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,270โ€“$1,270/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.

$6,281
Monthly in Southaven, MS
$7,958
Monthly in Tampa, FL
$1,677
Difference

Home Values

Southaven
Tampa
$231K
Median Value
$367K
โ†‘ +1.4%
YoY Change
โ†“ -4%
โ†‘ +36.6%
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +42.1%
$231K
Price Range
$251K - $989K

Homes in Tampa are 59% more expensive than Southaven

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†‘ $7.3K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$613
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
4.9%
Rate difference

Southaven, MS

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Mississippi State Tax
Effective: 4.9%
$7.3K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 29.6%
$44.4K
Take-Home Pay
$8,803/month
$105.6K

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

Southaven, MS Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.1%
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

Southaven
Tampa
55 Moderate
Air Quality
50 Good
34.4%
Good Air Days
52.5%
99 High
Climate Risk
99 High
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Top Hazards
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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 Mississippi and Florida on TaxTakeHome.com

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