Palmdale, California vs. Sarasota, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sarasota, Florida is 21.7% cheaper than Palmdale, California.

You would need a salary of $39,125 in Sarasota, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmdale, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sarasota, Florida is cheaper than Palmdale, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
49% cheaper in Sarasota
than in Palmdale, California
Palmdale, CA vs. Sarasota, FL
Compared to Palmdale, Sarasota is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.7% 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
  7.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.1% lower
  Commute
  49.4% lower
  Health
  14.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% lower