Welaka, FL vs Williston, FL

Williston is moderately more affordable than Welaka, with a 7.1% lower cost of living index. Welaka scores 87 compared to 81 for Williston, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Welaka can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Welaka is $949/month compared to $961/month in Williston — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Welaka has cheaper rent, Williston actually has lower median home values ($218,900 vs $271,200).

Median household income in Welaka is $51,528 compared to $59,776 in Williston (-13.8%). Williston offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Welaka spend roughly 22.1% of their income on rent, more than the 19.3% in Williston.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (69.3°F vs 69.3°F). Williston receives more rainfall at 48.3" per year compared to 48.3" in Welaka.