salaryAlbuquerque is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Orlando to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,401
$1,955
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,284
$1,897
💵 Families earn per year
$73,680
$78,014
🔑 Buying a house
$291,500
$394,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
101.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,678
$3,213
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$164
👥 People living there
562,218
319,758
Commute to work
22.4 min
26.2 min
College degree
39.2%
42.5%
Own their home
61.8%
39.5%
Below poverty line
15.5%
14.7%
Unemployment
5.4%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Albuquerque for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Orlando for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Albuquerque | Orlando | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $75,520 | $60,190 | -20% in Orlando |
| Lawyer | $114,610 | $136,970 | +20% in Orlando |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,040 | $72,860 | +17% in Orlando |
| Carpenter | $60,080 | $49,750 | -17% in Orlando |
| Police Officer | $73,380 | $63,010 | -14% in Orlando |
| Electrician | $59,120 | $50,820 | -14% in Orlando |
| Plumber | $63,900 | $55,380 | -13% in Orlando |
| Registered Nurse | $96,040 | $83,550 | -13% in Orlando |
Frequently asked questions
Is Albuquerque or Orlando cheaper to live in?
Albuquerque is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,401 a month there versus $1,955 in Orlando.
What salary do I need in Orlando to match $60,000 in Albuquerque?
About $63,687 a year gives the same standard of living in Orlando.
Where do people earn more, Albuquerque or Orlando?
The typical household earns $73,680 in Albuquerque and $78,014 in Orlando, 6% more in Orlando.