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| Measure | Key West | Halifax |
|---|---|---|
| Climate | ||
| January / July average | 21°C / 30°C | -4°C / 19°C |
| Sunny days a year | 260 | 180 |
| Snow a year | 0 cm | 150 cm |
| Money | ||
| Cost of living index (100 = average) | 150 | 95 |
| Typical home price | US$1,100,000 | C$550,000 |
| Property tax a year, typical home | US$8,800 | C$6,050 |
| Provincial or state income tax | None | High |
| Life | ||
| Health care | Private, ~US$520/mo (approx.) | Public plan, no premium |
| School rating | 6 / 10 | 7.5 / 10 |
| Unemployment | 2.5% | 6.1% |
| Main industries | Tourism, navy, fishing | Ocean tech, health, defence |
| Getting around (typical drive) | ||
| Airport | 10 min | 35 min |
| Ski hill | 3h+ | 1h |
| Beach or lake | 2 min | 20 min |
| Downtown | In town | In town |
| Risks | ||
| Wildfire | Risk: Low | Risk: Low |
| Flood | Risk: High | Risk: Moderate |
| Extreme heat | Risk: High | Risk: Low |
| Air quality (smoke) | Risk: Low | Risk: Low |
| Lifestyle | ||
| ☀️ Warm winters | ✓ | – |
| 🏖️ Beach | ✓ | ✓ |
| 🌃 Nightlife | ✓ | – |
| 🍜 Food scene | ✓ | ✓ |
| 💸 Lower cost | – | ✓ |
| 🏡 Small town | ✓ | ✓ |
| See homes | See homes | |
All figures are approximate and for comparison only: averages and estimates, not official statistics. Prices are in each place's local currency. Risk levels are illustrative; check government hazard maps (FEMA, NOAA, Natural Resources Canada) before you buy.