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
$2,070
$1,955
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,967
$1,897
💵 Families earn per year
$116,580
$78,014
🔑 Buying a house
$507,800
$394,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
101.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,258
$3,213
⚡ Electric bill per month
$177
$164
👥 People living there
280,136
319,758
Commute to work
23.9 min
26.2 min
College degree
47.7%
42.5%
Own their home
65%
39.5%
Below poverty line
7.9%
14.7%
Unemployment
3.6%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Chandler for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Orlando for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chandler | Orlando | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $61,780 | $45,520 | -26% in Orlando |
| Police Officer | $85,050 | $63,010 | -26% in Orlando |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $35,410 | -25% in Orlando |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,080 | $61,030 | -22% in Orlando |
| Carpenter | $60,320 | $49,750 | -18% in Orlando |
| Registered Nurse | $100,830 | $83,550 | -17% in Orlando |
| Electrician | $61,210 | $50,820 | -17% in Orlando |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,290 | $37,690 | -17% in Orlando |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chandler or Orlando cheaper to live in?
Chandler 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 Chandler?
About $58,898 a year gives the same standard of living in Orlando.
Where do people earn more, Chandler or Orlando?
The typical household earns $116,580 in Chandler and $78,014 in Orlando, 49% more in Chandler.