Tampa Bay Hillsborough County

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Population

411,000

city proper

Avg 1BR Rent

$1,950/mo

city median

Interstate Move

$2,200–$5,800

avg 3BR cost

Cost of Living

103

index (US=100)

About Tampa

Tampa is home to one of the largest ports on the US Gulf Coast and has seen 40% population growth in the last decade.

Moving Costs from Tampa

Within Florida

$800–$2,800

3-bedroom, full-service

Interstate Move

$2,200–$5,800

3-bedroom, full-service

Home Size Within FL Interstate
Studio / 1 BR $400–$1,400 $1,210–$3,190
2 Bedroom $600–$2,100 $1,760–$4,640
3 Bedroom $800–$2,800 $2,200–$5,800
4+ Bedroom $1,120–$3,920 $3,190–$8,410

Tampa Neighborhoods

Average rents and vibes for people relocating to Tampa.

Ybor City Historic / Trendy

Historic Latin Quarter with cigar factory lofts and vibrant nightlife.

$1,800

avg/mo 1BR

Hyde Park Upscale / Walkable

Upscale walkable neighborhood with Victorian architecture near Bayshore Blvd.

$2,400

avg/mo 1BR

South Tampa Family-friendly / Waterfront

Waterfront living with top-rated schools and family-friendly blocks.

$2,200

avg/mo 1BR

Seminole Heights Artsy / Neighborhood

Bungalow district with indie restaurants and a tight-knit creative community.

$1,700

avg/mo 1BR

Davis Islands Quiet / Waterfront

Island community with airport access and bayfront views — low-traffic living.

$2,800

avg/mo 1BR

Best Time to Move in Tampa

October through April — avoiding hurricane season and peak summer heat.

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Tampa Quick Facts

County
Hillsborough County
Region
Tampa Bay
Population
411,000
Median Income
$62,000
Avg 1BR Rent
$1,950/mo
Cost of Living
103 (US avg = 100)
Sunshine Hours
2,886/year