Lake Magdalene, FL vs Sugarmill Woods, FL

Sugarmill Woods is moderately more affordable than Lake Magdalene, with a 11.2% lower cost of living index. Lake Magdalene scores 104 compared to 94 for Sugarmill Woods, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lake Magdalene can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lake Magdalene is $1,342/month compared to $1,200/month in Sugarmill Woods — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Sugarmill Woods is more affordable at $289,100 median vs $335,800.

Median household income in Lake Magdalene is $75,606 compared to $69,831 in Sugarmill Woods (+8.3%). The higher salaries in Lake Magdalene partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Lake Magdalene spend roughly 21.3% of their income on rent, more than the 20.6% in Sugarmill Woods.

Climate-wise, Lake Magdalene is notably warmer with an average of 74.5°F compared to 70.7°F in Sugarmill Woods. Sugarmill Woods receives more rainfall at 51.9" per year compared to 49.5" in Lake Magdalene.