DeSoto, Texas vs. Melbourne, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melbourne, Florida is 8.3% cheaper than DeSoto, Texas.

You would need a salary of $45,825 in Melbourne, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in DeSoto, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melbourne, Florida is cheaper than DeSoto, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
31% cheaper in Melbourne
than in DeSoto, Texas
Desoto, TX vs. Melbourne, FL
Compared to Desoto, Melbourne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.3% 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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.3% lower
  Commute
  31.4% lower
  Health
  1.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.5% lower