salaryAmarillo is 10% 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
$1,219
$1,955
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,897
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$78,014
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$394,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
101.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$3,213
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$164
👥 People living there
201,885
319,758
Commute to work
19.6 min
26.2 min
College degree
26.6%
42.5%
Own their home
59.7%
39.5%
Below poverty line
15.8%
14.7%
Unemployment
3.4%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Orlando for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Orlando | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $35,410 | +56% in Orlando |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $100,740 | +33% in Orlando |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,560 | $37,970 | +24% in Orlando |
| Police Officer | $78,900 | $63,010 | -20% in Orlando |
| Market Research Analyst | $61,380 | $72,860 | +19% in Orlando |
| Medical Assistant | $37,170 | $43,800 | +18% in Orlando |
| Operations Manager | $85,770 | $100,440 | +17% in Orlando |
| Cashier | $27,750 | $31,330 | +13% in Orlando |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Orlando cheaper to live in?
Amarillo is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,219 a month there versus $1,955 in Orlando.
What salary do I need in Orlando to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $66,272 a year gives the same standard of living in Orlando.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Orlando?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $78,014 in Orlando, 9% more in Orlando.