Merritt Island, Florida vs. Osceola, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Osceola, Iowa is 25.2% cheaper than Merritt Island, Florida.

You would need a salary of $74,831 in Osceola, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Merritt Island, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Osceola, Iowa is cheaper than Merritt Island, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Osceola
than in Merritt Island, Florida
Merritt Island, FL vs. Osceola, IA
Compared to Merritt Island, Osceola is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.2% 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
  8.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.5% higher
  Commute
  10.5% lower
  Health
  19.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% lower