Lighthouse Point, FL vs New Smyrna Beach, FL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. New Smyrna Beach is 29.2% cheaper than Lighthouse Point. With a cost index of 114 vs 148, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from New Smyrna Beach to Lighthouse Point should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Lighthouse Point is $1,776/month compared to $1,638/month in New Smyrna Beach — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: New Smyrna Beach is more affordable at $365,900 median vs $667,000.

Median household income in Lighthouse Point is $92,268 compared to $78,373 in New Smyrna Beach (+17.7%). The higher salaries in Lighthouse Point partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Lighthouse Point spend roughly 23.1% of their income on rent, less than the 25.1% in New Smyrna Beach.

Climate-wise, Lighthouse Point is notably warmer with an average of 77.2°F compared to 71.5°F in New Smyrna Beach. Lighthouse Point receives more rainfall at 55.6" per year compared to 51.3" in New Smyrna Beach.