Ormond Beach, FL vs Pompano Beach, FL

Ormond Beach is moderately more affordable than Pompano Beach, with a 12% lower cost of living index. Ormond Beach scores 101 compared to 115 for Pompano Beach, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Pompano Beach can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Ormond Beach is $1,332/month compared to $1,636/month in Pompano Beach — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ormond Beach is more affordable at $320,300 median vs $321,900.

Median household income in Ormond Beach is $67,482 compared to $63,832 in Pompano Beach (+5.7%). Ormond Beach offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Ormond Beach spend roughly 23.7% of their income on rent, less than the 30.8% in Pompano Beach. The Ormond Beach ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.

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