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23%
Overall NAT. AVG.
6%
Goods & Services NAT. AVG.
65%
Housing NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living is 90, then it is 10% lower than average. If the cost of living is 110, then it is 10% higher than average. The breakdown for each index is as follows: goods & services (33%), groceries (13%), health care (5%), housing (30%), transportation (9%) and utilities (10%). If the cost of living data was unavailable for this city, estimates based upon nearby cities were used.
Index Cutler Bay Florida National
Cost of living12398100
Goods & Services10698100
Groceries10499100
Health care9696100
Housing16596100
Transportation10399100
Utilities10397100

An Overview of Cost of Living in Cutler Bay, FL

Knowing the cost of living in Cutler Bay allows individuals to create a realistic budget. This helps them understand how their income will cover expenses and whether they need to make financial adjustments. The cost of living in any region can fluctuate due to various factors. To assess the cost of living consistently across different areas, a national average of 100 serves as the basis for the cost of living index. The cost of living in Cutler Bay stands at 123, marking it 23% higher than the national average.

If you prioritize affordability when seeking a new place to live, Cutler Bay may not be your ideal choice, as it ranks among the most expensive locations in the entire United States. A very small amount of areas exhibit a cost of living at least 20% higher than the national average, and unfortunately, Cutler Bay falls into this category, which may not align with your preferences for a budget-friendly living environment.

Housing costs are a very significant part of the Cutler Bay cost of living index and generally encompass a large percentage of take-home income. Unfortunately, in this area, the housing costs for both homes and rentals were 65.4% more than the average city. This includes things like home and rent prices, mortgage rates and insurance.

Is Cutler Bay Affordable?

Is Cutler Bay an affordable place to live? That's a valid question to ask when you're thinking about moving to a new city. After all, how much it costs to live somewhere can be a huge factor in your decision. Affordability can be broken down into 3 common categories. The cost of living index (we talked about it earlier), housing expenses and income levels all play a big role in figuring out if a place is affordable. For instance, in Cutler Bay, the median home price is 64.6% higher than what most folks pay across the country, and monthly rent prices are 67.1% higher than the usual rates. Income levels in Cutler Bay come in at $75,699, which is 36.8% higher than the national average.

What Factors can Influence the Cost of Living in Cutler Bay?

Taxes: Areas with higher taxes, including sales taxes and income taxes, can contribute to a higher cost of living. Paying more tax for everyday goods and services like clothing and food will result in higher costs, as will paying a higher rate of income tax. The general sales tax rate in Cutler Bay starts at 6% and the income tax rates start at 0%.

Healthcare: Healthcare expenses and insurance premiums can vary significantly depending on the specific city or state. Factors such as accessibility to healthcare facilities, out-of-pocket expenses for doctor's visits, dental care expenses, prescription costs and specialized medical care fees can all influence the overall cost of living. In Cutler Bay, healthcare costs are 4.2% lower than the national average.

Urbanization: Urban areas with extensive amenities and job opportunities tend to have a higher cost of living due to increased demand for services and relocation, resulting in higher home prices and higher rents. Less densely populated rural areas, or areas with less demand tend to have fewer amenities and slower job growth, which results in a lower cost of living.

Where is the Data From?

The cost of living data in Cutler Bay displayed above is sourced from the C2ER cost of living index, which serves as a practical tool for comparing living expenses across urban areas. Published on a quarterly basis, this index aggregates data from over 300 independent researchers, encompassing more than 60 goods and services, in 6 different categories. The weightings assigned to cost differences rely on government survey data that tracks the spending habits of professional and executive households. It's worth noting that the C2ER index excludes data on sales or income tax rates, while AreaVibes integrates tax rates into the overall cost of living evaluation for each region.

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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Cutler Bay is 25% higher than the Florida average
  • The cost of living in Cutler Bay is 23% higher than the national average
  • Cutler Bay housing is 65% 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$88,500$7,375$2,065$2,655
      Renters$43,968$3,664$1,026$1,319
      A good way to judge both the affordability of the housing and the cost of living in Cutler Bay is by simply calculating the maximum that should be spent on housing, otherwise known as the debt-to-income ratio (DTI). The plan is to avoid spending more than 28 percent of the gross income on costs that pertain to housing and no more than 36 percent on all expenses and debts. Cutler Bay has a median income of about $88,500 for people who own homes. Based on that number, a maximum of $2,065 should be spent on expenses related to housing. Renters have a slightly different median income, which is $43,968. Based on this average, renters should spend no more than $1,026 on all rental costs if they want to maintain a non-impoverished standard of living.

      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%

      Goods & Services

      Item Cutler Bay National avg. Difference
      Haircut $20.53$24.2615.4%
      Beauty Salon $88.07$45.5693.3%
      Toothpaste $3.51$3.705.2%
      Shampoo $1.53$1.2819.7%
      Movie $14.35$12.1318.2%
      Bowling $23.67$18.0031.5%

      Groceries

      Item Cutler Bay National avg. Difference
      Ground Beef $6.11$5.844.6%
      Fried Chicken $1.40$1.5711.2%
      Milk $4.60$4.671.5%
      Potatoes $5.24$4.936.2%
      Pizza $14.13$12.0916.9%
      Beer $11.44$10.419.9%

      Health Care

      Item Cutler Bay National avg. Difference
      Optometrist $98.49$125.6821.6%
      Doctor $127.08$135.786.4%
      Dentist $107.83$113.294.8%
      Ibuprofen $11.10$10.654.2%
      Lipitor $490.35$468.604.6%

      Housing

      Item Cutler Bay National avg. Difference
      Home Price $304,100.00$184,700.0064.6%
      Avg. Mortgage Payment $3,109.00$2,346.6932.5%
      Apartment Rent $1,586.00$949.0067.1%

      Transportation

      Item Cutler Bay National avg. Difference
      Gasoline $3.49$3.460.8%
      Tire Balancing $64.09$59.927.0%

      Utilities

      Item Cutler Bay National avg. Difference
      All Electricity $200.94$193.993.6%
      Phone $194.37$192.251.1%
      Although the cost of living data is updated regularly, this cost of living information is to be used as estimates only as prices can change on an ongoing basis.

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      Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.