Madeira Beach, FL vs North Redington Beach, FL

Madeira Beach is moderately more affordable than North Redington Beach, with a 7% lower cost of living index. Madeira Beach scores 156 compared to 168 for North Redington Beach, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of North Redington Beach can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Madeira Beach is $2,080/month compared to $2,007/month in North Redington Beach — a 4% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while North Redington Beach has cheaper rent, Madeira Beach actually has lower median home values ($696,400 vs $866,300).

Median household income in Madeira Beach is $79,798 compared to $94,044 in North Redington Beach (-15.1%). While North Redington 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 Madeira Beach spend roughly 31.3% of their income on rent, more than the 25.6% in North Redington Beach. The North Redington Beach ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (73.9°F vs 73.9°F). North Redington Beach receives more rainfall at 53.6" per year compared to 53.6" in Madeira Beach.