Destin, FL Cost of Living


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Destin cost of living score
100.9
More expensive
0.9% higher
than the US average
2.1% lower
than the Florida average
Destin, Florida gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 100.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 0.9% higher than the U.S. average and 2.1% higher than the average for Florida.

Destin, FL

Housing costs in Destin?
A typical home costs $605,200, which is 79.0% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 67.0% more expensive than the average Florida home, at $362,400. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Destin costs $1,740 per month, which is 21.7% more than the national average of $1,430 and 10.3% more than the state average of $1,560.

Can I afford Destin?
To live comfortably in Destin, Florida, a minimum annual income of $115,920 for a family, and $59,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Destin?
The cost of living in Destin, FL is relatively low compared to other coastal cities in the United States. The median home value is around $259,000, which is well below the national average of $218,000. The overall cost of living index for Destin is 87.7 - some 9% lower than the U.S. average of 97.1, making it a great place to live for those looking for an affordable beach lifestyle. Groceries and utilities are also very reasonably priced in Destin due to its low-cost housing market and lack of taxes on goods and services since it's located in Florida – a state with no income tax!
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesDestinFloridaUnited States
  100.9103.1100.0
  105.3102.8100
  104.2102.3100.0
  168.1101.1100.0
  $605,200$362,400$338,100
  103.4%101.3%100.0%
  93.3112.6100.0
  106.387.6100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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I find it amazing the place is rated one star - Yes the cost of housing is high especially as covid pushed more people to Florida. But living here is easy - three  More

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This tiny town is SO expensive. Unless you want a roach and mold infested place you will have to pay around $1800 or more and the “nice” places have reviews that scare  More

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I moved to Destin in 1987 when there was no development in the eastern part of town, only trees, beaches and a two lane road. I worked as a Sheriff's Deputy for over 30  More

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