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
$1,983
$1,955
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,622
$1,897
💵 Families earn per year
$84,017
$78,014
🔑 Buying a house
$334,100
$394,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.6
101.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,943
$3,213
⚡ Electric bill per month
$90
$164
👥 People living there
2,711,226
319,758
Commute to work
33.1 min
26.2 min
College degree
44.3%
42.5%
Own their home
46%
39.5%
Below poverty line
16.8%
14.7%
Unemployment
8%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Chicago for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Orlando for lower rent, shorter commutes, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chicago | Orlando | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $102,350 | $50,820 | -50% in Orlando |
| Plumber | $103,380 | $55,380 | -46% in Orlando |
| Firefighter | $82,820 | $45,520 | -45% in Orlando |
| Police Officer | $107,810 | $63,010 | -42% in Orlando |
| Carpenter | $80,440 | $49,750 | -38% in Orlando |
| HVAC Technician | $77,960 | $51,460 | -34% in Orlando |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,390 | $60,190 | -23% in Orlando |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,070 | $61,030 | -22% in Orlando |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chicago or Orlando cheaper to live in?
Chicago 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 Chicago?
About $58,739 a year gives the same standard of living in Orlando.
Where do people earn more, Chicago or Orlando?
The typical household earns $84,017 in Chicago and $78,014 in Orlando, 8% more in Chicago.