Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
16% cheaper
Springfield is 16% more affordable than Miami. A $75,000 salary in Miami is equivalent to $63,189 in Springfield.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Miami has a housing index of 172 while Springfield sits at 106 (national average = 100). The median home in Miami costs $450,000 compared to $230,000 in Springfield, a difference of $220,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $2,200 in Miami versus $1,200 in Springfield.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Miami scores 108 while Springfield scores 104.
Healthcare costs in Miami (99) are lower than Springfield (114).
Median household income in Miami is $44,268 compared to $41,612 in Springfield. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Springfield.
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