Cost of Living in Port LaBelle, FL

With a cost of living index of 84, Port LaBelle, FL is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 16% cheaper than the national average and 26% below the Florida state average of 110. Port LaBelle is a smaller community of 6,856 residents, where everyday costs can differ substantially from nearby larger cities.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Port LaBelle's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,017 (23% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $214,600 (30% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Port LaBelle is $53,648, which is 29% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 23% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Port LaBelle. The area sees an average annual temperature of 72.8°F, with summers averaging 81°F and winters around 64°F. Annual rainfall totals 52.3 inches spread over roughly 122 days.

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.