salaryCleveland is 8% 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
$1,277
$1,955
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,056
$1,897
💵 Families earn per year
$44,004
$78,014
🔑 Buying a house
$102,000
$394,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
101.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,759
$3,213
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$164
👥 People living there
366,097
319,758
Commute to work
22.5 min
26.2 min
College degree
22.4%
42.5%
Own their home
41.7%
39.5%
Below poverty line
30.6%
14.7%
Unemployment
10.8%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Cleveland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Orlando for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cleveland | Orlando | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $70,860 | $50,820 | -28% in Orlando |
| Firefighter | $62,720 | $45,520 | -27% in Orlando |
| Police Officer | $80,280 | $63,010 | -22% in Orlando |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,470 | $60,190 | -21% in Orlando |
| HVAC Technician | $62,790 | $51,460 | -18% in Orlando |
| Carpenter | $60,650 | $49,750 | -18% in Orlando |
| Software Developer | $111,310 | $129,620 | +16% in Orlando |
| Truck Driver | $58,970 | $50,250 | -15% in Orlando |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cleveland or Orlando cheaper to live in?
Cleveland is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,277 a month there versus $1,955 in Orlando.
What salary do I need in Orlando to match $60,000 in Cleveland?
About $64,788 a year gives the same standard of living in Orlando.
Where do people earn more, Cleveland or Orlando?
The typical household earns $44,004 in Cleveland and $78,014 in Orlando, 44% more in Orlando.