salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,999
$1,955
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,921
$1,897
💵 Families earn per year
$92,376
$78,014
🔑 Buying a house
$439,600
$394,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.1
101.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,231
$3,213
⚡ Electric bill per month
$128
$164
👥 People living there
505,268
319,758
Commute to work
26.5 min
26.2 min
College degree
59.2%
42.5%
Own their home
46.4%
39.5%
Below poverty line
16.9%
14.7%
Unemployment
5.9%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Atlanta for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Orlando for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Atlanta | Orlando | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,460 | $35,410 | +92% in Orlando |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,570 | $60,190 | -21% in Orlando |
| Registered Nurse | $100,490 | $83,550 | -17% in Orlando |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $119,090 | $100,780 | -15% in Orlando |
| Truck Driver | $59,100 | $50,250 | -15% in Orlando |
| Civil Engineer | $88,000 | $100,740 | +14% in Orlando |
| Physician Assistant | $111,810 | $127,200 | +14% in Orlando |
| Electrician | $58,650 | $50,820 | -13% in Orlando |
Frequently asked questions
Is Atlanta or Orlando cheaper to live in?
Atlanta and Orlando cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Orlando to match $60,000 in Atlanta?
About $60,816 a year gives the same standard of living in Orlando.
Where do people earn more, Atlanta or Orlando?
The typical household earns $92,376 in Atlanta and $78,014 in Orlando, 18% more in Atlanta.