| | Merritt Island, FL | Surprise, AZ | United States |
| Overall | 95.6 | 113.0 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 103.3 | 97.4 | 100 |
| Health | 99.9 | 92.5 | 100 |
| Housing | 121.5 | 123.2 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $433,900 | $413,400 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,760.0% | 10,560.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 86.4 | 104.5 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 105.7 | 105.7 | 100 |
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Reviews for Merritt Island 
5 Reviews
It can get hot in the summer, but you get a breeze off the ocean most afternoons. If you live on the waterways, it seems to be a little cooler. Winters are More
New to the area, but soon to know more. Florida is a sunshine state More
Coming from Virginia, the Merritt Island architecture leaves a lot to be desired.
Hurricane season (June - November) causes me a lot of More
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Reviews for Surprise 
52 Reviews
I have lived in Surprise, Az. For the past 21 years. One of the best cities to live in Az. From the police department to maintaining the streets & freeways. One thing I More
I am an Arizona native - 55 years - and have lived in Surprise since 2003. I wouldn't live anywhere else! I have watched this place grow and prosper. It is very family More
The city of surprise is a beautiful place. It would not be a good place to live however. They have a young eager police force. You are taking a BIG risk driving More
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