Compare: Bowie, MD and Tampa, FL

Bowie MD

115.0

Cost of Living

above US average

57,192

Population

13.1

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$138,797

Median Income

above US average

$480,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2200

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

2.8%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Tampa FL

115.2

Cost of Living

above US average

398,173

Population

21.27

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$66,802

Median Income

below US average

$600,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2200

Average Rent

above US average

17%

Poverty Rate

above US average

3.7%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Bowie

Local shops and restaurants thriving
Low crime rate in certain areas
Access to public transport options
Strong job market nearby
Great school options available
Community events throughout year
Family-friendly activities abound
Diverse community interactions
Multiple parks and green spaces
Proximity to D.C. nightlife

Cons of Bowie

Limited nightlife compared to D.C.
Not a lot of cultural attractions
Some areas experience petty crime
Racial tensions reported occasionally
Schools sometimes overcrowded
Economic inequality exists in areas
Higher cost of living overall
Political divisions noted in town
Few options for late-night dining
Traffic congestion during commutes

Pros of Tampa

Growing tech industry
Job market is improving
Family-friendly activities
Vibrant nightlife options
Active outdoor lifestyle
Affordable cost of living
Great weather year-round
Proximity to beaches
Strong sports community
Diverse cultural scene

Cons of Tampa

Limited public transport
Political polarization exists
Schools vary greatly in quality
Property insurance costs
Some neighborhoods feel unsafe
Higher crime in some areas
High humidity in summer
Risk of hurricanes
Traffic congestion issues
Sparse community feel