Cost of Living in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
148.1
100 = national avg
+48.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$65,162
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$154,019
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing209.0
Food111.1
Transportation108.1
Healthcare108.9
Utilities128.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,900
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,333
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fort Lauderdale is 148.1, which is 48.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 209.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $65,162 per year to cover basic expenses.