Tampa, FL

Tampa is a warm, friendly, diverse, growing observant community with a thriving economy located in Hillsborough County that offers a mix of Shomer Shabbat eruv and non-eruv communities.

The Tampa area is top for quality of life, affordability, active lifestyle/outdoor activities, and economic growth—WalletHub names Tampa as the #2 city to find a job in 2024.

Tampa hosts 6 community Orthodox shuls; 5 are growing Chabads; one vibrant Kollel affiliated with the Rabbinical Seminary of America (Chofetz Chaim Yeshiva); three Eruv communities (Temple Terrace, Carrollwood, and Tampa Torah), 2 mikvaot in walking distant; daily minyanim; and active Jewish programming and events. To enrich Jewish life, there are 2 JCC locations (Cohn Campus and Shanna & Bryan Glazer JCC).

Tampa’s choice of educational environments is growing.
- Hebrew Academy Tampa Bay (PK-8th) a Montessori educational environment
- Tampa Torah Academy (PK-12th) a centered educational approach
- Hillel Academy of Tampa (PK-12th) is an inclusive culture with an Orthodox track
- Tampa Kollel

Tampa has spurred attention with top national and lifestyle rankings. Whether you are in the mood for art, culture, sports, or outdoor activities, Tampa offers a blend of charm for all lifestyles.
- Cultural art & museum attractions
- Gulf Coast emerald beaches
- Hiking and nature parks
- Community parks (Playgrounds, dog parks, splash pads)
- Pro Sports

Kosher Food
- Supermarket choices with Cholov Yisroel options
- Kosher Kaddy online
- Caterers
- Grill Express (Tampa downtown meat restaurant)
- Crembo (Bakery & Café)

Relocation Incentives
- No state income tax
- Private school vouchers offered about $7,500/student
- Property owner homestead exemption
- Florida named #1 entrepreneurial State

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