Cost of Living in South Apopka, FL

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2%
Overall NAT. AVG.
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Groceries NAT. AVG.
2%
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 South Apopka Florida National
Cost of living102102100
Groceries100102100
Health care106104100
Housing9897100
Transportation100103100
Utilities110110100
Lifestyle & Entertainment102104100
Household Items102102100
Education & Childcare108106100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in South Apopka is equal to the Florida average
  • The cost of living in South Apopka is 2% higher than the national average
  • South Apopka housing is 2% 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$65,640$5,470$1,531$1,969
      Renters$37,987$3,166$886$1,140
      To approximate the cost of living and the housing affordability in South Apopka, FL, we can look at the percentage of income that is available to be spent on monthly housing, otherwise known as the debt-to-income ratio (DTI). To stay on the safe side, a consumer should not spend more than 28% of his or her gross income on housing-related expenses and costs and not more than 36% of income on all expenses and debts. Homeowners in South Apopka have a median income of $65,640. Therefore, the amount that a consumer should spend on housing costs should be no more than $1,531 per month to avoid calamity and poverty. The renters in the city have an income of about $37,987, which would make their monthly maximum allowable rental costs $886.

      Florida Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Florida 6% 7.5%

      Florida Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Florida 0% 0%

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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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