salaryMemphis is 10% 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
$1,399
$1,955
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,194
$1,897
💵 Families earn per year
$55,797
$78,014
🔑 Buying a house
$169,000
$394,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.2
101.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,845
$3,213
⚡ Electric bill per month
$223
$164
👥 People living there
618,980
319,758
Commute to work
21.1 min
26.2 min
College degree
28%
42.5%
Own their home
44.9%
39.5%
Below poverty line
23.1%
14.7%
Unemployment
8.3%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Memphis 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 | Memphis | Orlando | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,550 | $35,410 | +44% in Orlando |
| Firefighter | $62,910 | $45,520 | -28% in Orlando |
| Truck Driver | $63,070 | $50,250 | -20% in Orlando |
| Dental Hygienist | $78,580 | $92,560 | +18% in Orlando |
| Electrician | $60,890 | $50,820 | -17% in Orlando |
| Police Officer | $75,410 | $63,010 | -16% in Orlando |
| Medical Assistant | $39,260 | $43,800 | +12% in Orlando |
| HVAC Technician | $56,780 | $51,460 | -9% in Orlando |
Frequently asked questions
Is Memphis or Orlando cheaper to live in?
Memphis is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,399 a month there versus $1,955 in Orlando.
What salary do I need in Orlando to match $60,000 in Memphis?
About $66,014 a year gives the same standard of living in Orlando.
Where do people earn more, Memphis or Orlando?
The typical household earns $55,797 in Memphis and $78,014 in Orlando, 28% more in Orlando.