Richland, Washington vs. Merritt Island, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Merritt Island, Florida is 3.5% more expensive than Richland, Washington.

You would need a salary of $103,493 in Merritt Island, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Richland, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Merritt Island, Florida is more expensive than Richland, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% more expensive in Merritt Island
than in Richland, Washington
Richland, WA vs. Merritt Island, FL
Compared to Richland, Merritt Island is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.5% 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
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.2% higher
  Commute
  8.4% higher
  Health
  15.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.1% higher