salaryOrlando is 11% 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
$3,405
$1,955
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,344
$1,897
💵 Families earn per year
$147,451
$78,014
🔑 Buying a house
$1,191,500
$394,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
101.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,543
$3,213
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$164
👥 People living there
311,690
319,758
Commute to work
24.7 min
26.2 min
College degree
70.6%
42.5%
Own their home
44.5%
39.5%
Below poverty line
10.8%
14.7%
Unemployment
5.9%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Orlando for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Irvine | Orlando | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $45,520 | -54% in Orlando |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $63,010 | -48% in Orlando |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $60,190 | -41% in Orlando |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $83,550 | -38% in Orlando |
| Carpenter | $75,740 | $49,750 | -34% in Orlando |
| Electrician | $73,810 | $50,820 | -31% in Orlando |
| HVAC Technician | $73,830 | $51,460 | -30% in Orlando |
| Lawyer | $194,410 | $136,970 | -30% in Orlando |
Frequently asked questions
Is Irvine or Orlando cheaper to live in?
Orlando is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,955 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Orlando to match $60,000 in Irvine?
About $53,582 a year gives the same standard of living in Orlando.
Where do people earn more, Irvine or Orlando?
The typical household earns $147,451 in Irvine and $78,014 in Orlando, 89% more in Irvine.