Destin, Florida vs. Melbourne, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melbourne, Florida is 21.9% cheaper than Destin, Florida.

You would need a salary of $39,041 in Melbourne, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Destin, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melbourne, Florida is cheaper than Destin, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Melbourne
than in Destin, Florida
Destin, FL vs. Melbourne, FL
Compared to Destin, Melbourne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.9% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.9% lower
  Commute
  10.6% lower
  Health
  4.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% lower