Cost of Living in Surfside, FL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
179.4
100 = national avg
+79.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$78,924
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$186,547
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing271.3
Food118.0
Transportation136.0
Healthcare114.4
Utilities145.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,995
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,436
per month
The overall cost of living index in Surfside is 179.4, which is 79.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 271.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $78,924 per year to cover basic expenses.