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| Measure | St. John's | Miami |
|---|---|---|
| Climate | ||
| January / July average | -5°C / 16°C | 20°C / 29°C |
| Sunny days a year | 200 | 250 |
| Snow a year | 330 cm | 0 cm |
| Money | ||
| Cost of living index (100 = average) | 92 | 125 |
| Typical home price | C$360,000 | US$600,000 |
| Property tax a year, typical home | C$3,060 | US$11,400 |
| Provincial or state income tax | High | None |
| Life | ||
| Health care | Public plan, no premium | Private, ~US$520/mo (approx.) |
| School rating | 7.2 / 10 | 6.9 / 10 |
| Unemployment | 9.5% | 3.4% |
| Main industries | Energy, government, fishing | Finance, trade, tourism |
| Getting around (typical drive) | ||
| Airport | 15 min | 20 min |
| Ski hill | 2h | 3h+ |
| Beach or lake | 15 min | 10 min |
| Downtown | In town | In town |
| Risks | ||
| Wildfire | Risk: Low | Risk: Low |
| Flood | Risk: Low | Risk: High |
| Extreme heat | Risk: Low | Risk: High |
| Air quality (smoke) | Risk: Low | Risk: Low |
| Lifestyle | ||
| ☀️ Warm winters | – | ✓ |
| 🏖️ Beach | – | ✓ |
| 🥾 Hiking | ✓ | – |
| 🌃 Nightlife | – | ✓ |
| 🎸 Live music | ✓ | – |
| 🍜 Food scene | ✓ | ✓ |
| 💸 Lower cost | ✓ | – |
| 🏙️ Big city | – | ✓ |
| 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.