Deerfield Beach, FL vs Port St. Lucie, FL

Deerfield Beach, FL and Port St. Lucie, FL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.7% difference in their overall index. Deerfield Beach scores 112 while Port St. Lucie scores 117 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Deerfield Beach is $1,670/month compared to $1,781/month in Port St. Lucie — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Deerfield Beach is more affordable at $274,400 median vs $327,700.

Median household income in Deerfield Beach is $56,976 compared to $78,137 in Port St. Lucie (-27.1%). While Port St. Lucie is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Deerfield Beach spend roughly 35.2% of their income on rent, more than the 27.4% in Port St. Lucie. The Port St. Lucie ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.