Cost of Living in Eglin AFB, FL

With a cost of living index of 117, Eglin AFB, FL is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 17% more expensive than the national average and 7% above the Florida state average of 110. Eglin AFB is a small community of 2,975 residents.

The median household income in Eglin AFB is $76,705, which is 2% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 30% of household income on rent. This is near the 30% threshold that financial experts generally consider the upper limit of affordability.

Everyday prices in the Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin, 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.