salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Phoenix to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,955
$1,893
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,897
$1,729
💵 Families earn per year
$78,014
$87,717
🔑 Buying a house
$394,100
$420,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.4
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,213
$1,850
⚡ Electric bill per month
$164
$181
👥 People living there
319,758
1,642,323
Commute to work
26.2 min
25.6 min
College degree
42.5%
33.6%
Own their home
39.5%
57.3%
Below poverty line
14.7%
13.7%
Unemployment
5.2%
5%
Bottom line
- Pick Orlando for cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Phoenix for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Orlando | Phoenix | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $45,520 | $61,780 | +36% in Phoenix |
| Police Officer | $63,010 | $85,050 | +35% in Phoenix |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,410 | $47,530 | +34% in Phoenix |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,030 | $78,080 | +28% in Phoenix |
| Carpenter | $49,750 | $60,320 | +21% in Phoenix |
| Registered Nurse | $83,550 | $100,830 | +21% in Phoenix |
| Electrician | $50,820 | $61,210 | +20% in Phoenix |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,690 | $45,290 | +20% in Phoenix |
Frequently asked questions
Is Orlando or Phoenix cheaper to live in?
Orlando and Phoenix cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Phoenix to match $60,000 in Orlando?
About $61,123 a year gives the same standard of living in Phoenix.
Where do people earn more, Orlando or Phoenix?
The typical household earns $78,014 in Orlando and $87,717 in Phoenix, 11% more in Phoenix.