China Lake Acres, California vs. Melbourne, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melbourne, Florida is 14.6% more expensive than China Lake Acres, California.

You would need a salary of $97,379 in Melbourne, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in China Lake Acres, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melbourne, Florida is more expensive than China Lake Acres, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
92% more expensive in Melbourne
than in China Lake Acres, California
China Lake Acres, CA vs. Melbourne, FL
Compared to China Lake Acres, Melbourne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.6% 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
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  114.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.8% lower
  Commute
  19.7% lower
  Health
  7.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% lower