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
$1,806
$1,955
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,614
$1,897
💵 Families earn per year
$79,676
$78,014
🔑 Buying a house
$427,900
$394,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
101.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,065
$3,213
⚡ Electric bill per month
$159
$164
👥 People living there
660,400
319,758
Commute to work
25.7 min
26.2 min
College degree
27.7%
42.5%
Own their home
56.6%
39.5%
Below poverty line
14%
14.7%
Unemployment
7.4%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Las Vegas for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Orlando for cheaper homes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Las Vegas | Orlando | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,110 | $35,410 | +31% in Orlando |
| Electrician | $70,890 | $50,820 | -28% in Orlando |
| Firefighter | $59,280 | $45,520 | -23% in Orlando |
| Carpenter | $62,380 | $49,750 | -20% in Orlando |
| Registered Nurse | $103,940 | $83,550 | -20% in Orlando |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,920 | $61,030 | -20% in Orlando |
| Police Officer | $77,750 | $63,010 | -19% in Orlando |
| Truck Driver | $60,650 | $50,250 | -17% in Orlando |
Frequently asked questions
Is Las Vegas or Orlando cheaper to live in?
Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas?
About $60,720 a year gives the same standard of living in Orlando.
Where do people earn more, Las Vegas or Orlando?
The typical household earns $79,676 in Las Vegas and $78,014 in Orlando, 2% more in Las Vegas.