Largo, FL vs New Smyrna Beach, FL

Largo is moderately more affordable than New Smyrna Beach, with a 14.4% lower cost of living index. Largo scores 98 compared to 114 for New Smyrna Beach, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of New Smyrna Beach can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Largo is $1,482/month compared to $1,638/month in New Smyrna Beach — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Largo is more affordable at $208,500 median vs $365,900.

Median household income in Largo is $60,465 compared to $78,373 in New Smyrna Beach (-22.8%). While New Smyrna Beach is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Largo spend roughly 29.4% of their income on rent, more than the 25.1% in New Smyrna Beach.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (73.9°F vs 71.5°F). Largo receives more rainfall at 53.6" per year compared to 51.3" in New Smyrna Beach.