California, Maryland vs. Port St. Lucie, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Port St. Lucie, Florida is 1.9% cheaper than California, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $73,611 in Port St. Lucie, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in California, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Port St. Lucie, Florida is cheaper than California, Maryland
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
19% cheaper in Port St. Lucie
than in California, Maryland
California, MD vs. Port St. Lucie, FL
Compared to California, Port St. Lucie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.9% 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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.5% lower
  Commute
  9.0% higher
  Health
  27.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% lower