Rockland, New York vs. Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is 24.2% more expensive than Rockland, New York.

You would need a salary of $86,950 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockland, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Lauderdale, Florida is more expensive than Rockland, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
164% more expensive in Fort Lauderdale
than in Rockland, New York
Rockland, NY vs. Fort Lauderdale, FL
Compared to Rockland, Fort Lauderdale is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.2% 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
  8.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  96.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.3% lower
  Commute
  33.2% higher
  Health
  23.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% higher