Palatka, FL Cost of Living


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Palatka cost of living score
81.9
Less expensive
18.1% lower
than the US average
20.6% lower
than the Florida average
Palatka, Florida gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 81.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 18.1% lower than the U.S. average and 20.6% lower than the average for Florida.

Palatka, FL

Housing costs in Palatka?
A typical home costs $173,400, which is 48.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 52.2% less expensive than the average Florida home, at $362,400. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Palatka costs $840 per month, which is 41.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 85.7% cheaper than the state average of $1,560.

Can I afford Palatka?
To live comfortably in Palatka, Florida, a minimum annual income of $33,120 for a family, and $25,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Palatka?
The cost of living in Palatka, FL is relatively low compared to other cities in the country. According to BestPlaces.net, the city's overall cost of living index is at 84.2, which is 16% lower than the national average. The housing costs in particular are very affordable due to the city’s median home price being just $102,600, which is 35% lower than the national average. Overall, living in Palatka provides a high quality of life while still remaining relatively affordable for those on a budget.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesPalatkaFloridaUnited States
  81.9103.1100.0
  96102.8100
  108.5102.3100.0
  51.0101.1100.0
  $173,400$362,400$338,100
  100.3%101.3%100.0%
  75.9112.6100.0
  77.587.6100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 7 years ago

I have a lovely home on the outskirts of NW Palatka Bannerville area about 15 minutes from publix. Our well water (from the aquafier) is fabulous and the last time I  More

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Over 18 years ago

Palatka is growing and will likely grow more in the near future. Although prices have escalated, housing is still less expensive than St. Augustine. Many people will  More

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