| | Merritt Island, FL | Omaha, NE | United States |
| Overall | 95.6 | 90.8 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 103.3 | 96.6 | 100 |
| Health | 99.9 | 114.4 | 100 |
| Housing | 121.5 | 82.2 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $433,900 | $252,100 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,760.0% | 9,860.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 86.4 | 81.7 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 105.7 | 132.2 | 100 |
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Reviews for Merritt Island 
5 Reviews
It can get hot in the summer, but you get a breeze off the ocean most afternoons. If you live on the waterways, it seems to be a little cooler. Winters are More
New to the area, but soon to know more. Florida is a sunshine state More
Coming from Virginia, the Merritt Island architecture leaves a lot to be desired.
Hurricane season (June - November) causes me a lot of More
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Born and raised in Omaha, moved to the Pacific Northwest for 50 years, and now back in Omaha. Feels safe, secure, good health care, lots of activities. Compared to More
Many of the reviews say Omaha is good for family life - it is, but it also offers the best of quality urban living. I've lived here for 20 years, after living in More
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Not much happens, no news is good news.
No major tornadoes for decades!!
Education can be good in areas.
Career opportunities for those who take risks and More
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