United States
Cost of Living in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Monthly Total
$4,292
$75,110
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$2,312
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$66
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$2,312
$40,460
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$259
$4,533
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$223
$3,903
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$336
$5,880
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$390
$6,825
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$332
$5,810
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$360
$6,300
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$80
$1,400
Monthly Total
$4,292
$75,110
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