Horizon West, FL vs Pembroke Pines, FL

Pembroke Pines is moderately more affordable than Horizon West, with a 10.2% lower cost of living index. Horizon West scores 144 compared to 131 for Pembroke Pines, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Horizon West can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Horizon West is $2,236/month compared to $1,910/month in Pembroke Pines — a 17% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Pembroke Pines is more affordable at $411,700 median vs $498,700.

Median household income in Horizon West is $123,586 compared to $81,675 in Pembroke Pines (+51.3%). While Horizon West is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Horizon West spend roughly 21.7% of their income on rent, less than the 28.1% in Pembroke Pines.

Climate-wise, Pembroke Pines is notably warmer with an average of 77.3°F compared to 73°F in Horizon West. Pembroke Pines receives more rainfall at 62" per year compared to 51.4" in Horizon West.