Ocean City, FL Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Ocean City, Florida?
$3,960 / month
for a family, 26.7% less expensive than the national average A total of $47,520 for the year for a family.
$3,633 / month
for a single person, 23.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $43,600 for the year for a single person.

Ocean City cost of living score
100.9
More expensive
0.9% higher
than the US average
2.1% lower
than the Florida average
Ocean City, 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.

Ocean City, FL

Housing costs in Ocean City?
A typical home costs $248,900, which is 26.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 31.3% less expensive than the average Florida home, at $362,400. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Ocean City costs $1,270 per month, which is 11.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 22.8% cheaper than the state average of $1,560.

Can I afford Ocean City?
To live comfortably in Ocean City, Florida, a minimum annual income of $47,520 for a family, and $43,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Ocean City?
The cost of living in Ocean City, FL is relatively low compared to many other cities. According to the national cost of living index, Ocean City has an index score of 83, which is 17 points lower than the national average. This means that it is about 17% cheaper to live in Ocean City than in other cities on average. In addition, housing costs are particularly low with the median price for a home being around $170,000 compared to the national average of $231,200. Furthermore, rental costs are also very affordable with an average rent for a two bedroom apartment being around $1125 per month. In conclusion, Ocean City is an affordable place to live and offers great value for those looking to relocate or settle down in a new city.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesOcean CityFloridaUnited States
    Unlock103.1100.0
  99.3  Unlock100.0
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  76.6  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$362,400$338,100
  105.9  Unlock100.0
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   100=National Average

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