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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ Wildwood, MO โ€” COL adjusted from St. Louis, MO area + state data

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You'd spend $1.8K/month more in Tampa, FL

$150.0K in your current city equals $171.8K in Tampa, FL

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from St. Louis, MO-IL area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 24.2%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,816
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$21.8K
Per year

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

Wildwood, MO

Population:35K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$145K

Tampa, FL

Population:385K
Cost Index:124
Median Home:$367K

Wildwood, MO

The Show-Me State

35K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Missouri, this city has a population of 35K 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: Wildwood, MO vs Tampa, FL

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 68.4%
Wildwood, MO
$1,605
Tampa, FL
$2,703
Difference
$1,098
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 18.0%
Wildwood, MO
$1,532
Tampa, FL
$1,808
Difference
$276
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 10.8%
Wildwood, MO
$1,159
Tampa, FL
$1,284
Difference
$125
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 10.0%
Wildwood, MO
$927
Tampa, FL
$1,019
Difference
$92.46
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 10.9%
Wildwood, MO
$514
Tampa, FL
$570
Difference
$55.86
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 9.7%
Wildwood, MO
$523
Tampa, FL
$574
Difference
$50.95
more

๐Ÿ Rent Comparison

Studio
From$527
To$1,850
โ†‘ $1,323
1 Bed
From$608
To$1,960
โ†‘ $1,352
2 Bed
From$729
To$2,290
โ†‘ $1,561
3 Bed
From$1,013
To$2,930
โ†‘ $1,917
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.

$6,259
Monthly in Wildwood, MO
$7,958
Monthly in Tampa, FL
$1,698
Difference

Home Values

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

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†‘ $7.9K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$661
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
5.3%
Rate difference

Wildwood, MO

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Missouri State Tax
Effective: 5.3%
$7.9K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 30.0%
$44.9K
Take-Home Pay
$8,755/month
$105.1K

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

Wildwood, MO Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.2%
Property Tax:1.0%

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

Wildwood
Tampa
54 Moderate
Air Quality
50 Good
38%
Good Air Days
52.5%
99 High
Climate Risk
99 High
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Top Hazards
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โ–ฒ+3.0ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.2ยฐF
39 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
38 days
โ–ฒ+3.0ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.2ยฐF
39 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
38 days

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