Arlington, Texas vs. Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Walton Beach, Florida is 3.7% cheaper than Arlington, Texas.

You would need a salary of $24,082 in Fort Walton Beach, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Walton Beach, Florida is cheaper than Arlington, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
21% cheaper in Fort Walton Beach
than in Arlington, Texas
Arlington, TX vs. Fort Walton Beach, FL
Compared to Arlington, Fort Walton Beach is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% higher
  Commute
  21.4% lower
  Health
  4.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% lower