Tampa, Florida
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Traveling to Tampa
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Tampa in Photos
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Getting Here: Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Primary Commercial Hub · 8 Miles to Downtown
Know Before You Go: Practical Logistics
Essential arrival protocols, seasonal warnings, and access rules for Tampa
Top Cultural & Culinary Scouting Districts
Historic brick cigar factory district, vibrant Cuban culinary hub, nightlife, TECO Line Streetcar connection.
Upscale open-air retail village, high-income pedestrian traffic, boutique dining corridors along South Howard Ave.
2.6-mile pedestrian riverfront trail connecting Armature Works food hall, museums, and convention hotels.
$3B WELL-certified wellness mixed-use district, luxury hospitality, Amalie Arena sports corridor.
Tampa Key Facts & FAQ
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What is the population of Tampa, FL?
Tampa, Florida had an estimated population of 403,364 in July 2023. That is a change of +4.9% from the April 2020 Census base.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates (sub-county, Vintage 2023) · As of: July 1, 2023
What is the median household income in Tampa?
The median household income in Tampa is $71,302. Per-capita income is $49,513.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates · As of: 2019–2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)
How much do homes and rent cost in Tampa?
The median home value in Tampa is $375,300 (owner-occupied units). Median gross rent is $1,567 per month.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates · As of: 2019–2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)
What is the property tax rate in Tampa?
Homeowners in Tampa pay a median of $2,832 per year in real estate taxes. Divided by the median home value, that is an effective rate of 0.75%. This is a Census-based estimate, not an assessor's rate.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates · As of: 2019–2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)
What is the sales tax rate in Tampa, Florida?
The combined sales tax rate in Tampa is 7.50%: 6.00% state plus 1.50% local. Rates can vary by location within a metro area.
Source: Florida Dept. of Revenue discretionary sales surtax (Hillsborough 1.5%) · As of: 2026
What is the climate like in Tampa?
Tampa averages a July daily high of 88°F and a January daily low of 53°F, with about 55.9 inches of precipitation per year.
Source: Open-Meteo Historical Weather API (ERA5 reanalysis), 2015-2024 average, retrieved 2026-10-18 · As of: 2015–2024 average
Which airport serves Tampa?
The primary commercial airport for Tampa is Tampa International Airport (TPA), about 8 miles in a straight line from the city center.
Source: Google Places API; straight-line distance computed from coordinates · As of: October 2026
What is the main hospital near Tampa?
Tampa General Hospital, 1 Tampa General Cir, Tampa, FL 33606. In an emergency, call 911.
Source: Google Places API (New), retrieved 2026-10-18 · As of: October 2026
Who provides tap water in Tampa?
City of Tampa Water Department (EPA water system ID FL6290327) supplies Tampa and serves about 733,886 people from surface water. Ask the utility for its annual water quality report.
Source: U.S. EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · As of: Retrieved October 2026
Which businesses are underserved in Tampa?
Across 20 small-business categories with enough national data in the ZIP codes assigned to Tampa, Nail Salons (0.58 per 10,000 residents vs. 0.86 nationally) sit furthest below the national density. 13 of 20 categories are above 120% of national density. Density uses ZIP-code areas, not exact city limits.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ZIP Code Business Patterns 2022; ACS 2023 ZCTA population · As of: 2022 establishments, 2023 population
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