Lake Wales, Florida vs. Melbourne, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melbourne, Florida is 10.2% more expensive than Lake Wales, Florida.

You would need a salary of $55,076 in Melbourne, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Lake Wales, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melbourne, Florida is more expensive than Lake Wales, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in Melbourne
than in Lake Wales, Florida
Lake Wales, FL vs. Melbourne, FL
Compared to Lake Wales, Melbourne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.6% lower
  Commute
  5.1% lower
  Health
  1.0% lower
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  Personal
  5.1% higher
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