Cost of Living
Pinch Yourself, Not Pennies. This isn’t a Dream.
With its scenic views, pleasant temperatures and available job opportunities, you’d be hard-pressed to find a more value-packed community to live than Northwest Florida. For one, there’s no state income tax. Everything from groceries to healthcare and transportation costs less in our communities, and housings prices across county lines are also well below national averages.
You work hard for your money. Northwest Florida’s cost of living will help you to keep more of it in your pocket.
- Raise a Family
- Find a Job
- Affordable Living
Relax and Watch Your Children (and Wallet) Grow
According to the Economic Policy Institute, Bay County cities like Lynn Haven and Panama City are less expensive to raise a family of four in comparison to other metropolitan areas in the state. In most cases, everything from groceries to healthcare costs less than the national average.
Add to that top ranked county school systems in Bay County and Escambia County, both of which partner with local companies to teach students competitive marketplace skills, and it’s easy to see why Northwest Florida is the best place for you and your loved ones’ finances.
Financial Stability for Your Future
Opportunities to start and grow a career in manufacturing, logistics, cybersecurity and more run throughout Northwest Florida, with average household earnings as much as $70,000 in Santa Rosa. Industries like Aerospace and defense continue to grow jobs in the region, thanks to six military installations and a supportive community for veterans and their families.
Live Well Without Breaking the Bank
Median housing costs in Pensacola are an average of 37% less than the national average while Panama City — Northwest Florida’s largest metropolitan — remains 17% less. Everyday expenses like groceries, transportation and health care costs aren’t as much, either, leaving you with more play money to enjoy Northwest Florida’s array of recreational activities.
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