Arroyo Grande, California vs. Melbourne, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melbourne, Florida is 38.3% cheaper than Arroyo Grande, California.

You would need a salary of $61,659 in Melbourne, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Arroyo Grande, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melbourne, Florida is cheaper than Arroyo Grande, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Melbourne
than in Arroyo Grande, California
Arroyo Grande, CA vs. Melbourne, FL
Compared to Arroyo Grande, Melbourne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.3% 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
  8.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% higher
  Commute
  11.9% lower
  Health
  8.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% lower