Cost of Living in Eatonville, FL

With a cost of living index of 90, Eatonville, FL is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 10% cheaper than the national average and 20% below the Florida state average of 110. Eatonville is a small community of 2,582 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Eatonville's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,328 (1% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $176,600 (42% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 5x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Eatonville is $35,509, which is 53% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 45% of household income on rent. This is well above the 30% affordability threshold, indicating a significant housing cost burden for many residents. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Everyday prices in the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.