Cost of living in Pembroke Pines

In Pembroke Pines, United States, a single person typically needs around $2898 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $5999 monthly.

How expensive is Pembroke Pines compared to other cities?

Pembroke Pines is 103% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.

How does Pembroke Pines compare to your city?

Pembroke Pines is 41% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Pembroke Pines is, on average, 22% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Pembroke Pines?

Who is Pembroke Pines a good fit for?

Pembroke Pines is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.

FAQ

Why is Pembroke Pines so expensive?

The primary driver of Pembroke Pines' high cost of living is the significant expense associated with rent and utilities. This financial burden can make it challenging for those without substantial income.

Is food expensive in Pembroke Pines?

Yes, food costs are 27% higher compared to the European benchmark, contributing to the overall expense of living in the city.

Is public transport affordable in Pembroke Pines?

Public transport is relatively affordable, being 10% lower than the European benchmark. This can provide some relief in overall commuting costs.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
2898 $
Without Rent
847 $
Rent & Utilities
2051 $
Food
605 $
Transport
67 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
3270 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
171.0K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 18 $
Dinner 85 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 9.98 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 6.06 $
Capuccino 5.25 $
Coke, 330ml 2.75 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 1.1 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.92 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.38 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.46 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 11.5 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 9.38 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 16.2 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.48 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.55 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.38 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.29 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 3.53 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 3.09 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.14 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.88 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 11.9 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.72 $
Cigarette pack 8.95 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 2.42 $
Monthly Pass 74.8 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.89 $
Taxi, 8 km 15 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 152 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 10.2 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 5.74 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 4.92 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 2.36 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 101 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 155 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 60.2 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 1,909 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 3,046 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,814 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 3,087 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 2,431 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 3,465 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 3,27 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.62%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 25.1 $
Cinema, 1 seat 14.6 $
Haircut 23.8 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 87.3 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 47.9 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 82 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 15,984 $

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Pembroke Pines vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 53% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Holetown (Holetown is 52% less expensive)
Panama
Pembroke Pines vs Panama City (Panama City is 52% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Colon (Colon is 59% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 58% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 64% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs David (David is 71% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 67% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Balboa (Balboa is 57% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Pacora (Pacora is 57% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Chitre (Chitre is 62% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Penonome (Penonome is 62% less expensive)
Saint Kitts And Nevis
Pembroke Pines vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 57% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Cayon (Cayon is 57% less expensive)
Cuba
Pembroke Pines vs Havana (Havana is 65% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 51% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Holguin (Holguin is 56% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 47% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 64% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 60% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 46% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 46% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 62% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 70% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Pembroke Pines vs San Jose (San Jose is 57% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Limon (Limon is 59% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Liberia (Liberia is 69% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 57% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 56% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Cartago (Cartago is 67% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Heredia (Heredia is 57% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 42% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 55% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Pembroke Pines vs Castries (Castries is 60% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 59% less expensive)
Jamaica
Pembroke Pines vs Kingston (Kingston is 54% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 73% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 65% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 60% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs May Pen (May Pen is 72% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 66% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 71% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Linstead (Linstead is 64% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 61% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 61% less expensive)
El Salvador
Pembroke Pines vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 59% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 76% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 60% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 63% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 60% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Apopa (Apopa is 60% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 59% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 50% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 62% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 70% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Pembroke Pines vs St. John's (St. John's is 63% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs All Saints (All Saints is 63% less expensive)
Grenada
Pembroke Pines vs St. George's (St. George's is 63% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Grenville (Grenville is 63% less expensive)
Dominica
Pembroke Pines vs Roseau (Roseau is 65% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 61% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Pembroke Pines vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 66% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 65% less expensive)
Belize
Pembroke Pines vs Belize City (Belize City is 70% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 62% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 75% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 54% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 46% less expensive)
Guatemala
Pembroke Pines vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 65% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Mixco (Mixco is 78% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Coban (Coban is 69% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 73% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 69% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 69% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 70% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 70% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Flores (Flores is 70% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 73% less expensive)
Honduras
Pembroke Pines vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 71% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 64% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Choloma (Choloma is 79% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 78% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 70% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 70% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 75% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 75% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Yoro (Yoro is 75% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs La Lima (La Lima is 70% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Pembroke Pines vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 73% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 64% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 74% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Higuey (Higuey is 73% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs La Vega (La Vega is 80% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 71% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 75% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 82% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 78% less expensive) Pembroke Pines vs Bonao (Bonao is 81% less expensive)
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