Richmond, Virginia vs. Merritt Island, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Merritt Island, Florida is 7.9% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $129,490 in Merritt Island, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Merritt Island, Florida is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% more expensive in Merritt Island
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Merritt Island, FL
Compared to Richmond, Merritt Island is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.9% 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
  5.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% lower
  Commute
  3.5% higher
  Health
  0.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% lower