Tampa

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Tampa

A city in Hillsborough County, Florida — population 407,599 as of 2019.

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That's So Tampa August 20

A South Tampa local’s guide to the best salads in Tampa

I’m a salad lover. Like, salad-is-my-main-food-group level of salad lover. And as a South Tampa native who has been eating at some of these spots for more than two decades, […]

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That's So Tampa August 19

Inside look: Tommy’s Chophouse debuts, bringing a new era of steak to Ybor City

Ybor City has a brand new reason to loosen its belt a notch. Tommy’s Chophouse, a modern fine-dining steakhouse from restaurateur Kenneth Emery, is now open on the ground floor […]

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That's So Tampa August 18

Get 17 months of free visits to Busch Gardens with Suncoast Credit Union

What’s better than reliable local banking? Reliable local banking with a side of unlimited Busch Gardens admission. Suncoast Credit Union, our go-to local banking institution, just launched a promo where […]

Local Business
That's So Tampa August 18

HYPHEN Coffee, a Colombian cafe and eatery, opens inside a tattoo studio on Busch Boulevard

Tampa, it’s time to settle one of the great philosophical debates of our generation: should you get a latte before or after someone permanently stencils ink into your skin? HYPHEN […]

Local Business
WMNF 88.5 40 minutes ago

‘She is the reason this country is broken’: Rep. Angie Nixon tells WMNF Tampa why she’s a better candidate than Sen. Ashley Moody

Florida Rep. Angie Nixon might be the most-Googled politician on Earth this week, after she earned a double-digit win in her Democratic U.S. Senate Primary last Tuesday. Outfundraised 16-to-1 by retired Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman, Nixon earned 56% of the vote and immediately set…

Government & Civic
City of Tampa 104 minutes ago

TAMPA POLICE INVESTIGATE FATAL OVERNIGHT SHOOTING

TAMPA POLICE INVESTIGATE FATAL OVERNIGHT SHOOTING Eddy D. Fri, 08/21/2026 - 10:43 am TAMPA, FL. (AUGUST 21, 2026) - - The Tampa Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early this morning. Tampa Police Officers responded to a report of a shooting in the…

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The Springs Market

The Springs Market · Tampa
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Sun, Aug 23 · 10:00 AM

Ceramics Continued Study

Tampa Museum of Art · Tampa
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Connect Marketplace 2026

Tampa Convention Center · Tampa
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Yoga at Hanna City Center

City Center at Hanna Avenue · Tampa
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Fri, Aug 21 · 6:15 PM

Rob Zombie & Marilyn Manson with The Hu & Orgy

MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre at the FL State Fairgrounds · Tampa

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Fri, Aug 21 · 6:30 PM

Tampa Tarpons vs Daytona Tortugas

George Steinbrenner Field · Tampa

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Fri, Aug 21 · 6:30 PM

Clearwater Threshers vs. Dunedin Blue Jays

BayCare Ballpark · Clearwater

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Fri, Aug 21 · 6:30 PM

Bradenton Marauders vs. Jupiter Hammerheads

LECOM Park · Bradenton

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About Tampa

Tampa, located on the west coast of Florida, is a vibrant city nestled along the northern shore of Tampa Bay. It serves as the seat of Hillsborough County and is part of the Tampa Bay Area, home to approximately 3.1 million people. With an average annual temperature of 73.1 degrees, Tampa boasts abundant sunshine, a rich history, cultural diversity, and easy access to award-winning beaches. Notably, it was the embarkation point for troops during the Spanish-American War and is known for its connection to Henry B. Plant’s South Florida Railroad and the iconic Tampa Bay Hotel. The city’s name has uncertain origins, but its allure is undeniable! 🌴🌞🏖️

Tampa by the numbers

Population 407,599Population figure, 2019
Households & income
Median age
35.9
Households
166,278
Persons per household
2.3
Median household income
$75,475
Median house value
$420,400
2020–2024 ACS
Municipal office
Office
MAYOR
Address
306 E JACKSON ST, TAMPA, FL 33602
Municipal record
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