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0%
Overall NAT. AVG.
1%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
8%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Port Richey Florida National
Cost of living100102100
Groceries101102100
Health care102104100
Housing9297100
Transportation103103100
Utilities112110100
Lifestyle & Entertainment101104100
Household Items103102100
Education & Childcare102106100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Port Richey is 2% lower than the Florida average
  • The cost of living in Port Richey is equal to the national average
  • Port Richey housing is 8% lower than the national average
  • Florida general sales tax is 18% higher than the national average
  • Florida state income tax is 100% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$78,458$6,538$1,831$2,354
      Renters$42,784$3,565$998$1,284

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      Florida 6% 7.5%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.