Iona, FL vs St. Augustine South, FL

St. Augustine South is moderately more affordable than Iona, with a 12.5% lower cost of living index. Iona scores 118 compared to 105 for St. Augustine South, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Iona can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Iona is $1,908/month compared to $1,452/month in St. Augustine South — a 31% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while St. Augustine South has cheaper rent, Iona actually has lower median home values ($295,700 vs $319,200).

Median household income in Iona is $66,143 compared to $74,873 in St. Augustine South (-11.7%). St. Augustine South offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Iona spend roughly 34.6% of their income on rent, more than the 23.3% in St. Augustine South. The St. Augustine South ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.

Climate-wise, Iona is notably warmer with an average of 75.4°F compared to 71.4°F in St. Augustine South. Iona receives more rainfall at 57.4" per year compared to 47.6" in St. Augustine South.