Tucson, Arizona vs. Melbourne, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melbourne, Florida is 1.4% cheaper than Tucson, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $345,160 in Melbourne, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Tucson, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melbourne, Florida is cheaper than Tucson, Arizona
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
17% cheaper in Melbourne
than in Tucson, Arizona
Tucson, AZ vs. Melbourne, FL
Compared to Tucson, Melbourne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.4% 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
  4.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% lower
  Commute
  13.7% lower
  Health
  17.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower