Moving from Tampa, FL to Philadelphia, PA
Straight-line distance: 931 miles.
| Home size | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1-bedroom | $1,349 – $2,137 |
| 2-3 bedroom | $3,198 – $5,011 |
| 4+ bedroom house | $5,424 – $8,461 |
Estimates based on typical per-mile and per-room moving-industry rates; actual quotes vary by mover, season, and access. Not a quote from any specific company.
How Philadelphia compares to Tampa
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.
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.
| 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 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.