St. Augustine, FL Cost of Living


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St. Augustine cost of living score
110.9
More expensive
10.9% higher
than the US average
7.6% higher
than the Florida average
St. Augustine, Florida gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 110.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 10.9% higher than the U.S. average and 7.6% lower than the average for Florida.

St. Augustine, FL

Housing costs in St. Augustine?
A typical home costs $441,000, which is 30.4% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 21.7% more expensive than the average Florida home, at $362,400. Renting a two-bedroom unit in St. Augustine costs $1,350 per month, which is 5.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 15.6% cheaper than the state average of $1,560.

Can I afford St. Augustine?
To live comfortably in St. Augustine, Florida, a minimum annual income of $84,600 for a family, and $46,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about St. Augustine?
The cost of living in St. Augustine, FL is slightly higher than the state and national averages, but is still quite affordable for most people. The median home value in St. Augustine is just over $212,000 with average rent costing around $1,200 per month. Prices for groceries and utilities are very reasonable, as well as transportation costs. With a variety of activities and attractions to enjoy in the area, there’s plenty to do without breaking the bank. With its warm climate and abundance of cultural events and outdoor activities, it’s no wonder why more people are choosing to call St. Augustine home!
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSt. AugustineFloridaUnited States
  110.9103.1100.0
  101.5102.8100
  97.2102.3100.0
  120.7101.1100.0
  $441,000$362,400$338,100
  98.3%101.3%100.0%
  87.6112.6100.0
  109.187.6100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
Reviews for St. Augustine
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Over 3 years ago

Great area, but in decline due to the number of tristate refugees who are moving here in droves and ruining a once charming area just like they have done in South  More

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Over 3 years ago

Completely overcrowded place to live. It takes 40 min to go 4 miles. Don't live  More

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Over 4 years ago

It's a great place to have a second home. Just remember that it's the oldest city. Beautiful beaches. - Darrell Juvay  More

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