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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

📍 Stevens Point, WI — ZIP-level rent data · COL adjusted from Madison, WI area

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You'd spend $1.5K/month more in Tampa, FL

$150.0K in your current city equals $167.8K in Tampa, FL

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
↑ 19.8%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,484
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$17.8K
Per year

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

Stevens Point, WI

Population:26K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$247K

Tampa, FL

Population:385K
Cost Index:120
Median Home:$367K

Stevens Point, WI

The Badger State

26K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Wisconsin, 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

  • •Major Tampa Bay area
  • •No state income tax
  • •Growing tech scene

Major Industries

FinanceTechnologyHealthcareTourism

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Stevens Point, WI vs Tampa, FL

🏠Housing
↑ 33.1%
Stevens Point, WI
$2,030
Tampa, FL
$2,703
Difference
$672
more
📦Other
↑ 23.3%
Stevens Point, WI
$1,467
Tampa, FL
$1,808
Difference
$341
more
🛒Groceries
↑ 17.4%
Stevens Point, WI
$868
Tampa, FL
$1,019
Difference
$151
more
🚗Transportation
↑ 11.4%
Stevens Point, WI
$1,152
Tampa, FL
$1,284
Difference
$132
more
⚡All Utilities
↑ 24.8%
Stevens Point, WI
$460
Tampa, FL
$574
Difference
$114
more
🏥Healthcare
↓ 12.4%
Stevens Point, WI
$650
Tampa, FL
$570
Difference
$80.38
less

🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$494
To$1,850
↑ $1,356
1 Bed
From$550
To$1,960
↑ $1,410
2 Bed
From$717
To$2,290
↑ $1,573
3 Bed
From$856
To$2,930
↑ $2,074
Stevens Point, WIZIP-level data

1BR range: $790–$790/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.

$6,628
Monthly in Stevens Point, WI
$7,958
Monthly in Tampa, FL
$1,330
Difference

Home Values

Stevens Point
Tampa
$247K
Median Value
$367K
↑ +6.7%
YoY Change
↓ -4%
↑ +38%
5-Year Change
↑ +42.1%
$247K
Price Range
$251K - $989K

Homes in Tampa are 48% more expensive than Stevens Point

Calculate payment - Stevens PointCalculate payment - Tampa

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↑ $8.8K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$737
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
5.9%
Rate difference

Stevens Point, WI

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Wisconsin State Tax
Effective: 5.9%
$8.8K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 30.6%
$45.9K
Take-Home Pay
$8,678/month
$104.1K

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

Stevens Point, WI Tax Rates

Sales Tax:5.6%
Property Tax:1.8%

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

Stevens Point
Tampa
42 Good
Air Quality
50 Good
72.1%
Good Air Days
52.5%
94 Moderate
Climate Risk
99 High
🌊🌪💨
Top Hazards
🌊🌅🌀
▲+3.4°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.2°F
10 days
Heat Days >95°F
38 days
▲+3.4°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.2°F
10 days
Heat Days >95°F
38 days

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

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