Here’s What Your Money Can Buy in Florida Right Now

Ready to say “goodbye” to the winter blues and “hello” to the Florida sunshine? You’re not alone. Every year, thousands of people pack their bags and move to the State of Florida. In fact, according to the 2018 U.S. Census Bureau, Florida is the number one state that people are moving to in America. Fortunately, housing costs in Florida are typically quite reasonable. While there are patches of expensive areas (think: Palm Beach, Naples and certain parts of Miami), the majority of cities and towns in the Sunshine State are home to a number of affordable residential neighborhoods. In addition, Florida’s lack of state income tax allows newcomers to save more money, which they can then put towards mortgage costs and household expenses. So, what can your money buy in Florida? It depends on the city. To help you evaluate how much you can afford, we’ve included housing data from Realtor.com and cost of living data from AreaVibes for 20 of the most popular cities in Florida. Best of luck and happy moving!

What your money can buy in Florida in these 20 cities

Boca Raton

Boynton Beach

Cape Coral

Daytona Beach

Fort Lauderdale

Fort Myers

Hialeah

Jacksonville

Key West

Miami

Naples

Orlando

Pensacola

Port St. Lucie

Sarasota

Petersburg

Tallahassee

Tampa

Vero Beach

West Palm Beach

How much will it cost to move to Florida?

When evaluating what your money can buy in Florida, don’t forget to factor in moving costs. The cost of moving to Florida depends on how far you’re moving, how much you’re moving, the time of year you’re moving, and the type of moving services used. The average cost of an out-of-state, long distance move is $4,890 based on a two to three bedroom move of approximately 7,500 pounds. If you choose to move during the winter when Florida moving services are often in demand, then you may have to pay more for your move. To estimate the cost of your move, try Moving.com’s moving cost calculator. This straightforward and easy-to-use tool gives users an accurate and reliable estimate for how much a move will cost, based on a number of factors.

Ready to move to one of these cities?

So now that you know what your money can buy in Florida, it’s time start planning your move. Need a professional moving company to assist with the heavy lifting and transportation? Fortunately, we have you covered. To find the right moving company for you, check out Moving.com’s extensive network of reputable and reliable movers – all licensed and insured. To learn more about these U.S. cities, check out Moving.com’s City Profile Report feature. Our reports include city demographics, real estate information, quality of life factors and more. Simply enter the zip code or the state and city of your potential move to get a free report at the click of a button.