If you are looking for an apartment in the Tampa Bay area, you have likely noticed that the price tags are getting heavier. A new analysis confirms that local housing costs are significantly higher than the national average.
The data shows that the median rent in the Tampa metro area has reached $2,248 per month, making it the 14th-most-expensive large metropolitan area in the United States. For comparison, the typical rent across the entire country is sitting lower at $1,924.
The study, released by Construction Coverage using government data, highlights that while general inflation has calmed down recently, the cost of shelter is still putting pressure on wallets. The price of housing is rising faster than the cost of most other goods…