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Cost of Living in Tavernier, FL

Population: 2,179 | Florida

142
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Tavernier is 42% more expensive than the national average.

143
Housing
197
Home Values
102
Regional Price

Cost of Living in Tavernier, FL: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 142, Tavernier, FL is one of the most expensive cities in the United States. Living here is 42% more expensive than the national average and 32% above the Florida state average of 110. Tavernier is a small community of 2,179 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Tavernier's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,880 (43% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $602,100 (97% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 12x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Tavernier is $50,267, which is 33% 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.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Tavernier. The area sees an average annual temperature of 78.8°F, with summers averaging 85°F and winters around 72°F. Annual rainfall totals 39.7 inches spread over roughly 112 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.

Income

Median Household Income
$50,267
vs US Median ($75,149)
-33%

Housing

Median Rent
$1,880/mo
Median Home Value
$602,100
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$1,412/mo

Climate in Tavernier

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

78.8°F
Avg Temperature
39.7"
Rainfall / Year
112d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 76 78 81 84 88 90 91 92 90 86 81 78
Avg °F 70 72 75 78 82 84 85 86 84 81 76 73
Low °F 64 66 69 73 76 79 79 80 78 76 71 68
Rain" 1.6 1.7 1.3 2.1 3.4 4.2 3.8 5.3 6.4 5.9 1.8 2.2

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