Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
7% cheaper
Burlington is 7% more affordable than Miami. A $75,000 salary in Miami is equivalent to $69,685 in Burlington.
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. Burlington has a housing index of 139 while Miami sits at 172 (national average = 100). The median home in Burlington costs $380,000 compared to $450,000 in Miami, a difference of $70,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,800 in Burlington versus $2,200 in Miami.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Burlington scores 108 while Miami scores 108.
Healthcare costs in Burlington (116) are higher than Miami (99).
Median household income in Burlington is $51,098 compared to $44,268 in Miami. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Burlington.
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