Palm Coast, FL vs Pembroke Pines, FL

Palm Coast is moderately more affordable than Pembroke Pines, with a 13.2% lower cost of living index. Palm Coast scores 114 compared to 131 for Pembroke Pines, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Pembroke Pines can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Palm Coast is $1,747/month compared to $1,910/month in Pembroke Pines — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Palm Coast is more affordable at $317,200 median vs $411,700.

Median household income in Palm Coast is $71,840 compared to $81,675 in Pembroke Pines (-12%). The higher salaries in Pembroke Pines partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Palm Coast spend roughly 29.2% of their income on rent, more than the 28.1% in Pembroke Pines.

Climate-wise, Pembroke Pines is notably warmer with an average of 77.3°F compared to 71.5°F in Palm Coast. Pembroke Pines receives more rainfall at 62" per year compared to 51.3" in Palm Coast.