Tampa, United States
+18% vs Tampa avgSouth Tampa is a moderately-priced area within Tampa, with a cost of living index of 76.1 — that is +18% compared to the Tampa average. It sits around the middle of the pack at #9 out of 30 neighborhoods. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around $2,006/month, compared to a range of $1,156 in Plant City to $2,346 in Palma Ceia.
For a typical resident of South Tampa, housing takes up roughly 53% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 15%, while transportation costs around 8%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately $80,240 before tax.
Salaries in South Tampa reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 76.1:
After tax and deductions of 21.0% in United States, take-home pay for someone earning $80,240 would be roughly $63,390/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.
Estimated annual deductions on a $57,075 salary in South Tampa, Tampa (local employee).
Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.
What a $75,000 USD salary in South Tampa would need to be elsewhere:
| City | Currency | Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| New York | USD | $57,075 |
| London | GBP | £49,118 |
| Dubai | AED | AED 285,591 |
| Neighborhood | COLI | Multiplier | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palma Ceia | 89.0 | 1.38x | +38% |
| Hyde Park | 87.1 | 1.35x | +35% |
| Davis Islands | 85.1 | 1.32x | +32% |
| Harbour Island | 83.9 | 1.30x | +30% |
| Bayshore | 82.6 | 1.28x | +28% |
See exactly what you need to earn in South Tampa, Tampa to maintain your lifestyle.
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Yes, South Tampa is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Tampa. It costs about +18% more than the city average, ranking #9 out of 30 neighborhoods.
The cost of living in South Tampa is above the Tampa average. With a multiplier of 1.18x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +18% compared to the city baseline.