Cost of Living in West Palm Beach, FL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
134.7
100 = national avg
+34.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$59,263
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$140,075
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing186.7
Food102.9
Transportation105.9
Healthcare102.4
Utilities119.1
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 West Palm Beach is 134.7, which is 34.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 186.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $59,263 per year to cover basic expenses.