salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Philadelphia to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,955
$1,814
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,897
$1,623
💵 Families earn per year
$78,014
$66,816
🔑 Buying a house
$394,100
$243,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.4
102.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,213
$2,003
⚡ Electric bill per month
$164
$112
👥 People living there
319,758
1,579,706
Commute to work
26.2 min
31.7 min
College degree
42.5%
35.4%
Own their home
39.5%
51.8%
Below poverty line
14.7%
21.4%
Unemployment
5.2%
8.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Orlando for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Philadelphia for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Orlando | Philadelphia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $45,520 | $78,050 | +71% in Philadelphia |
| Electrician | $50,820 | $74,590 | +47% in Philadelphia |
| Police Officer | $63,010 | $89,580 | +42% in Philadelphia |
| Plumber | $55,380 | $74,860 | +35% in Philadelphia |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,190 | $78,570 | +31% in Philadelphia |
| HVAC Technician | $51,460 | $64,580 | +25% in Philadelphia |
| Lawyer | $136,970 | $170,660 | +25% in Philadelphia |
| Carpenter | $49,750 | $61,780 | +24% in Philadelphia |
Frequently asked questions
Is Orlando or Philadelphia cheaper to live in?
Orlando and Philadelphia cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Philadelphia to match $60,000 in Orlando?
About $60,672 a year gives the same standard of living in Philadelphia.
Where do people earn more, Orlando or Philadelphia?
The typical household earns $78,014 in Orlando and $66,816 in Philadelphia, 17% more in Orlando.