Cost of Living Calculator - Decorah, Iowa vs Melbourne, Florida


The cost of living in Melbourne, Florida is 11.5% more expensive than Decorah, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $55,726 in Melbourne, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Decorah, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melbourne, Florida is more expensive than Decorah, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% more expensive in Melbourne
than in Decorah, Iowa
Decorah, IA vs Melbourne, FL
Compared to Decorah, Melbourne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.5% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% lower
  Commute
  39.7% higher
  Health
  21.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% higher

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