Cost of Living in San Castle, FL

With a cost of living index of 108, San Castle, FL is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 8% more expensive than the national average and in line with the Florida state average. San Castle is a small community of 3,159 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in San Castle's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,589 (20% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $256,400 (16% 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 San Castle is $51,615, which is 31% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 37% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to San Castle. The area sees an average annual temperature of 75.8°F, with summers averaging 83°F and winters around 68°F. Annual rainfall totals 61.7 inches spread over roughly 137 days.

Everyday prices in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area tend to run above the national average. Out of 6 common grocery and utility items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5 are priced higher 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.