Cost of Living in Florida, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
181.5
100 = national avg
+81.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$79,872
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$188,788
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing225.4
Food139.5
Transportation179.0
Healthcare131.6
Utilities148.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,549
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,979
per month
The overall cost of living index in Florida is 181.5, which is 81.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 225.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $79,872 per year to cover basic expenses.