Tampa is generally considered one of the best places to live. With ample activities for tourists and locals, affordability compared to other parts of the nation, and job opportunities, the Bay area is popular for a reason. If you’re moving to Tampa from elsewhere or trying to find a new home while living in the city, you may be overwhelmed by the options. There are dozens of neighborhoods in Tampa, each with advantages and disadvantages. Making the wrong choice could mean living somewhere unsafe or in an area that doesn’t meet your requirements. Thankfully, Niche has compiled a list of the Best Places to Live in America to help narrow your search, and several Tampa neighborhoods made the list.
This isn’t the first time Tampa has shown up on a Niche list; in 2024, the website included three Tampa communities in the ranking: Uptown, Hyde Park, and Harbour Island. That number has tripled in only a year. The chosen neighborhoods are listed below.
4 – Harbour Island, Tampa
12 – Courier City/Oscawana, Tampa
36 – Hyde Park – Spanishtown, Tampa
52 – Palma Ceia West, Tampa
72 – Carver City/Lincoln Gardens, Tampa
83 – Westchase, Tampa
84 – West Meadows, Tampa
96 – Baldwin Park, Tampa
100 – Riverside Heights, Tampa
Criteria for Best Places to Live
Niche picked these neighborhoods based on several criteria. According to the ranking and review site, Tampa communities are chosen based on their cost of living, crime rate, housing values, public school grades, amount of diversity, economic growth, walkability, weather, and more. The website determined the crime and safety grade based on both violent offenses and property crimes. The analysis uses data from the government and other sources, as well as millions of reviews from real people. Through this process, nine Tampa neighborhoods were selected across the city. No neighborhood is 100% crime-proof, but these areas are notably safer than other parts of the city.
If you have a business in one of the best places to live — or in an area that wasn’t recognized — you want to prioritize security. Improvements like security cameras and alarms can significantly reduce the chance criminals will target you. No security strategy is one-size-fits-all, and it’s essential to consult a qualified security firm before making any choices. Integrated Security Consultants is a full-service security company located in Tampa Bay, serving Tampa and surrounding areas. We prioritize Integrity, Customer Service, and Solutions, all while protecting people, property, and profits. Contact us at 813-254-0033 or complete our online form to schedule your free consultation.