Gainesville, FL Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Gainesville, Florida?
$4,350 / month
for a family, 19.4% less expensive than the national average A total of $52,200 for the year for a family.
$3,233 / month
for a single person, 32.2% less expensive than the national average A total of $38,800 for the year for a single person.

Gainesville cost of living score
92.2
Less expensive
7.8% lower
than the US average
10.6% lower
than the Florida average
Gainesville, Florida gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 92.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 7.8% lower than the U.S. average and 10.6% lower than the average for Florida.

Gainesville, FL

Housing costs in Gainesville?
A typical home costs $271,700, which is 19.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 25.0% less expensive than the average Florida home, at $362,400. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Gainesville costs $1,170 per month, which is 18.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 33.3% cheaper than the state average of $1,560.

Can I afford Gainesville?
To live comfortably in Gainesville, Florida, a minimum annual income of $52,200 for a family, and $38,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Gainesville?
Living in Gainesville, Florida is quite reasonable when compared to most U.S cities; median house cost rests at around $270K while rent for a single bedroom apartment typically varies from approximately $870 - 1,100 depending on area or building type chosen. Basic items such as food and utilities often fall within national levels although taxes generally have been lower than some other places within Alachua County due largely to Gainesville’s standing north Orlando metropolitan region .
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesGainesvilleFloridaUnited States
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    Unlock$362,400$338,100
  105.4  Unlock100.0
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   100=National Average

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Over 3 years ago

I've lived here most of my life. It's changed a lot, and a lot of the locals don't like it. Because it's home to one of the largest universities in the country, we see a  More

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Lovely diverse city! People is nice and there is always something to do. Outdoors activities are awesome! The springs are beautiful and there are plenty of hiking  More

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Gainesville has the highest taxes and electrical rates in the state. The city is run by a bunch of liberals who have no idea what they are doing. Crime and homelessness  More

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