Palmdale, California vs. Melbourne Beach, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melbourne Beach, Florida is 8.7% cheaper than Palmdale, California.

You would need a salary of $81,217 in Melbourne Beach, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmdale, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melbourne Beach, Florida is cheaper than Palmdale, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
51% cheaper in Melbourne Beach
than in Palmdale, California
Palmdale, CA vs. Melbourne Beach, FL
Compared to Palmdale, Melbourne Beach is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.7% 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
  7.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.4% lower
  Commute
  51.5% lower
  Health
  12.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% lower