Hollywood, FL vs Pembroke Pines, FL

Hollywood is moderately more affordable than Pembroke Pines, with a 10.6% lower cost of living index. Hollywood scores 117 compared to 131 for Pembroke Pines, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Pembroke Pines can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hollywood is $1,555/month compared to $1,910/month in Pembroke Pines — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hollywood is more affordable at $374,200 median vs $411,700.

Median household income in Hollywood is $65,359 compared to $81,675 in Pembroke Pines (-20%). While Pembroke Pines is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hollywood spend roughly 28.6% of their income on rent, more than the 28.1% in Pembroke Pines.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (77.2°F vs 77.3°F). Pembroke Pines receives more rainfall at 62" per year compared to 60.9" in Hollywood.