Lorena, Texas vs. Melbourne, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melbourne, Florida is 1.2% more expensive than Lorena, Texas.

You would need a salary of $75,884 in Melbourne, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Lorena, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melbourne, Florida is more expensive than Lorena, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
22% more expensive in Melbourne
than in Lorena, Texas
Lorena, TX vs. Melbourne, FL
Compared to Lorena, Melbourne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.2% 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
  3.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.1% higher
  Commute
  1.2% higher
  Health
  1.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% higher