Cost of Living in Melbourne Beach, FL

With a cost of living index of 130, Melbourne Beach, FL is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 30% more expensive than the national average and 19% above the Florida state average of 110. Melbourne Beach is a small community of 3,237 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Melbourne Beach's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,390 (5% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $634,400 (108% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 7.3x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Melbourne Beach is $86,563, which is 15% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 19% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. While incomes are above average, they do not fully offset the higher cost of living.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Melbourne Beach. The area sees an average annual temperature of 73.1°F, with summers averaging 81°F and winters around 63°F. Annual rainfall totals 50.8 inches spread over roughly 120 days.

Everyday prices in the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, 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.