Springfield, Missouri vs. Melbourne, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melbourne, Florida is 15.4% more expensive than Springfield, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $57,702 in Melbourne, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melbourne, Florida is more expensive than Springfield, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% more expensive in Melbourne
than in Springfield, Missouri
Springfield, MO vs. Melbourne, FL
Compared to Springfield, Melbourne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.4% 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
  5.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% higher
  Commute
  0.5% higher
  Health
  0.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% higher