Tampa vs Philadelphia: Cost of Living & Housing Comparison
On median home value, Tampa comes in at $333,200 — 55% higher than Philadelphia, where the median is $215,500.
Households earn a median $66,802 in Tampa, compared with $57,537 in Philadelphia.
Monthly rent typically costs $1,422 in Tampa and $1,250 in Philadelphia.
Tampa carries FEMA's Relatively High hazard rating, compared with Very High for Philadelphia.
| Metric | Tampa, FL | Philadelphia, PA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 388,768 | 1,593,208 |
| Median home value | $333,200 | $215,500 |
| Median household income | $66,802 | $57,537 |
| Median gross rent | $1,422 | $1,250 |
| Climate risk (FEMA) | Relatively High | Very High |
Philadelphia, PA beats Tampa, FL on both housing metrics we track — home value and rent — though this doesn't capture the full cost of living.
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Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.