Cost of Living in South Palm Beach, FL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
141.9
100 = national avg
+41.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,416
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$147,529
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing187.1
Food110.8
Transportation121.7
Healthcare108.7
Utilities123.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,901
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,254
per month
The overall cost of living index in South Palm Beach is 141.9, which is 41.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 187.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,416 per year to cover basic expenses.