Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
35% cheaper
Tampa is 35% more affordable than Stamford. A $75,000 salary in Stamford is equivalent to $48,418 in Tampa.
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. Stamford has a housing index of 232 while Tampa sits at 108 (national average = 100). The median home in Stamford costs $580,000 compared to $340,000 in Tampa, a difference of $240,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $2,400 in Stamford versus $1,700 in Tampa.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Stamford scores 110 while Tampa scores 103.
Healthcare costs in Stamford (114) are higher than Tampa (97).
Median household income in Stamford is $95,272 compared to $52,594 in Tampa. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Tampa.
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