Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
9% cheaper
Murfreesboro is 9% more affordable than Tampa. A $75,000 salary in Tampa is equivalent to $68,382 in Murfreesboro.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Tampa has a housing index of 108 while Murfreesboro sits at 85 (national average = 100). The median home in Tampa costs $340,000 compared to $325,000 in Murfreesboro, a difference of $15,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,700 in Tampa versus $1,350 in Murfreesboro.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Tampa scores 103 while Murfreesboro scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Tampa (97) are higher than Murfreesboro (96). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Tampa is $52,594 compared to $55,200 in Murfreesboro. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Murfreesboro.
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