United States
Cost of Living in Gainesville, FL
Monthly Total
$3,380
$59,150
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,580
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$60
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
$1,580
$27,650
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$316
$5,530
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$208
$3,640
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$276
$4,830
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$330
$5,775
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$302
$5,285
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$300
$5,250
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$68
$1,190
Monthly Total
$3,380
$59,150
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