Bellingham, Washington vs. Melbourne, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melbourne, Florida is 23.4% cheaper than Bellingham, Washington.

You would need a salary of $45,974 in Melbourne, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Bellingham, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melbourne, Florida is cheaper than Bellingham, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Melbourne
than in Bellingham, Washington
Bellingham, WA vs. Melbourne, FL
Compared to Bellingham, Melbourne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.4% 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
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  39.6% higher
  Commute
  1.7% higher
  Health
  2.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% lower