Quick answer
Overall prices in the Miami, FL metro were 114.2 vs 111.9 in San Diego, CA in 2024 (US = 100), so Miami is 2.0% more expensive than San Diego; housing rents differ by 13% (155.6 vs 179.3). A $75,000 income in Miami buys about what $73,510 buys in San Diego, per BEA.
Data as of 2024. Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024
| Price index (US = 100) | Miami | San Diego | Miami vs San Diego |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items | 114.2 | 111.9 | +2.0% |
| Goods | 103.6 | 108.0 | -4.1% |
| Housing (rents) | 155.6 | 179.3 | -13.2% |
| Utilities | 97.2 | 174.2 | -44.2% |
| Other services | 109.1 | 99.6 | +9.6% |
| All items, 2008 | 106.5 | 113.7 | -6.4% |
| $50,000 in Miami equals in San Diego | $49,007 | ||
| $100,000 in Miami equals in San Diego | $98,013 | ||
| $150,000 in Miami equals in San Diego | $147,020 |
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Last updated 2026-10-16. Data only, not financial or tax advice.