Cost of Living in St. Augustine, FL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
139.7
100 = national avg
+39.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$61,477
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$145,308
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing179.7
Food111.5
Transportation123.0
Healthcare109.2
Utilities122.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,382
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,658
per month
The overall cost of living index in St. Augustine is 139.7, which is 39.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 179.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $61,477 per year to cover basic expenses.