Merritt Island, Florida vs. Bend, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bend, Oregon is 26.6% more expensive than Merritt Island, Florida.

You would need a salary of $44,315 in Bend, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Merritt Island, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bend, Oregon is more expensive than Merritt Island, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% more expensive in Bend
than in Merritt Island, Florida
Merritt Island, FL vs. Bend, OR
Compared to Merritt Island, Bend is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.6% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.3% lower
  Commute
  4.4% lower
  Health
  2.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% higher