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
$1,347
$1,955
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,153
$1,897
💵 Families earn per year
$43,073
$78,014
🔑 Buying a house
$83,900
$394,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.3
101.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,402
$3,213
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$164
👥 People living there
638,530
319,758
Commute to work
24.8 min
26.2 min
College degree
18.1%
42.5%
Own their home
50.3%
39.5%
Below poverty line
32.7%
14.7%
Unemployment
14%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Detroit 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 | Detroit | Orlando | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $81,990 | $50,820 | -38% in Orlando |
| Plumber | $86,370 | $55,380 | -36% in Orlando |
| Firefighter | $62,730 | $45,520 | -27% in Orlando |
| Carpenter | $65,810 | $49,750 | -24% in Orlando |
| Police Officer | $78,450 | $63,010 | -20% in Orlando |
| HVAC Technician | $63,170 | $51,460 | -19% in Orlando |
| Truck Driver | $59,120 | $50,250 | -15% in Orlando |
| Registered Nurse | $97,280 | $83,550 | -14% in Orlando |
Frequently asked questions
Is Detroit or Orlando cheaper to live in?
Detroit 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 Detroit?
About $60,670 a year gives the same standard of living in Orlando.
Where do people earn more, Detroit or Orlando?
The typical household earns $43,073 in Detroit and $78,014 in Orlando, 45% more in Orlando.