Dayton, Ohio vs. Melbourne, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melbourne, Florida is 32.8% more expensive than Dayton, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $94,267 in Melbourne, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Dayton, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melbourne, Florida is more expensive than Dayton, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
232% more expensive in Melbourne
than in Dayton, Ohio
Dayton, OH vs. Melbourne, FL
Compared to Dayton, Melbourne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.8% 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
  7.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  284.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.0% lower
  Commute
  2.8% higher
  Health
  10.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% lower