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
$2,339
$1,955
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,738
$1,897
💵 Families earn per year
$84,235
$78,014
🔑 Buying a house
$373,500
$394,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.3
101.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,176
$3,213
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$164
👥 People living there
215,536
319,758
Commute to work
29.9 min
26.2 min
College degree
26.9%
42.5%
Own their home
77.2%
39.5%
Below poverty line
10.7%
14.7%
Unemployment
3.8%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Cape Coral for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Orlando for lower rent, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cape Coral | Orlando | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $60,000 | $45,520 | -24% in Orlando |
| Civil Engineer | $84,990 | $100,740 | +19% in Orlando |
| Police Officer | $76,710 | $63,010 | -18% in Orlando |
| Electrician | $57,930 | $50,820 | -12% in Orlando |
| Market Research Analyst | $65,180 | $72,860 | +12% in Orlando |
| HVAC Technician | $58,170 | $51,460 | -12% in Orlando |
| Plumber | $51,690 | $55,380 | +7% in Orlando |
| Retail Salesperson | $34,650 | $32,290 | -7% in Orlando |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cape Coral or Orlando cheaper to live in?
Cape Coral 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 Cape Coral?
About $59,454 a year gives the same standard of living in Orlando.
Where do people earn more, Cape Coral or Orlando?
The typical household earns $84,235 in Cape Coral and $78,014 in Orlando, 8% more in Cape Coral.