Boston, Massachusetts vs. Melbourne, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melbourne, Florida is 38.5% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $55,385 in Melbourne, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melbourne, Florida is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Melbourne
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Melbourne, FL
Compared to Boston, Melbourne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.5% 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
  10.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.7% lower
  Commute
  36.7% lower
  Health
  11.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.5% lower