salaryOrlando is 3% 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
$1,619
$1,955
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,897
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$78,014
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$394,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
101.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$3,213
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$164
👥 People living there
573,243
319,758
Commute to work
29.1 min
26.2 min
College degree
36.1%
42.5%
Own their home
47.5%
39.5%
Below poverty line
19.7%
14.7%
Unemployment
6.5%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Orlando for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Baltimore | Orlando | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $73,810 | $45,520 | -38% in Orlando |
| Electrician | $65,590 | $50,820 | -23% in Orlando |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,400 | $60,190 | -21% in Orlando |
| Dental Hygienist | $116,130 | $92,560 | -20% in Orlando |
| Carpenter | $62,380 | $49,750 | -20% in Orlando |
| HVAC Technician | $63,180 | $51,460 | -19% in Orlando |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $74,860 | $61,030 | -18% in Orlando |
| Police Officer | $76,530 | $63,010 | -18% in Orlando |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Orlando cheaper to live in?
Orlando is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,955 a month there versus $1,619 in Baltimore.
What salary do I need in Orlando to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $58,238 a year gives the same standard of living in Orlando.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Orlando?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $78,014 in Orlando, 14% more in Orlando.