Dover, FL Cost of Living


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Dover cost of living score
104.2
More expensive
4.2% higher
than the US average
1.1% higher
than the Florida average
Dover, Florida gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 104.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 4.2% higher than the U.S. average and 1.1% lower than the average for Florida.

Dover, FL

Housing costs in Dover?
A typical home costs $408,700, which is 20.9% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 12.8% more expensive than the average Florida home, at $362,400. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Dover costs $1,320 per month, which is 7.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 18.2% cheaper than the state average of $1,560.

Can I afford Dover?
To live comfortably in Dover, Florida, a minimum annual income of $78,480 for a family, and $44,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Dover?
The cost of living in Dover, FL is quite affordable compared to other cities in the United States. According to BestPlaces, the overall cost of living index is 90.4, which is 10.6% lower than the national average and significantly more affordable than many other areas of the country. The housing costs in particular are very low with an index score of 54.2, making it one of the most economical places to live in terms of housing costs. Additionally, groceries, utilities, and healthcare are all relatively cheap compared to other areas. All these factors make Dover a great place to live for those looking for an affordable lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesDoverFloridaUnited States
  104.2103.1100.0
  105.5102.8100
  100.3102.3100.0
  108.0101.1100.0
  $408,700$362,400$338,100
  98.5%101.3%100.0%
  111.7112.6100.0
  104.987.6100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 17 years ago

If you are wealthy and can live "at the beach" then perhaps one's life here is idyllic, but basically the Miami/Dade area is populated by rude and agressive road  More

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Over 18 years ago

I can't wait to get away from the Tampa Bay area! It is nearly impossible for the first time home buyer (who isn't independently wealthy!) to buy a nice home in a good  More

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