Van Buren, Arkansas vs. Panama City, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Panama City, Florida is 17.1% more expensive than Van Buren, Arkansas.

You would need a salary of $58,543 in Panama City, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Van Buren, Arkansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Panama City, Florida is more expensive than Van Buren, Arkansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% more expensive in Panama City
than in Van Buren, Arkansas
Van Buren, AR vs. Panama City, FL
Compared to Van Buren, Panama City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.1% 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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.8% higher
  Commute
  12.5% higher
  Health
  6.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% higher