South Florida cost of living crisis goes beyond housing

David DelPoio/The Providence Journal

USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co

Housing costs have dominated the conversation about South Florida’s affordability crunch — but they’re only part of the picture. Groceries, healthcare premiums, childcare and student loan payments are also stretching household budgets across the region.

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