Lawrence, Kansas vs. Melbourne, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melbourne, Florida is 1.3% more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $91,159 in Melbourne, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Lawrence, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melbourne, Florida is more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% more expensive in Melbourne
than in Lawrence, Kansas
Lawrence, KS vs. Melbourne, FL
Compared to Lawrence, Melbourne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.3% higher
      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
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% lower
  Commute
  4.0% lower
  Health
  5.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% lower