Cost of Living in Port St. Joe, FL

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7%
Overall NAT. AVG.
1%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
16%
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 St. Joe Florida National
Cost of living107102100
Groceries101102100
Health care104104100
Housing11697100
Transportation101103100
Utilities107110100
Lifestyle & Entertainment104104100
Household Items104102100
Education & Childcare106106100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Port St. Joe is 5% higher than the Florida average
  • The cost of living in Port St. Joe is 7% higher than the national average
  • Port St. Joe housing is 16% higher 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$115,112$9,593$2,686$3,454
      Renters$60,854$5,071$1,420$1,826

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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.
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