salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Plano to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,955
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,897
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$78,014
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$394,100
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.4
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,213
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$164
$176
👥 People living there
319,758
290,594
Commute to work
26.2 min
25.4 min
College degree
42.5%
60.5%
Own their home
39.5%
56.9%
Below poverty line
14.7%
6.8%
Unemployment
5.2%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Orlando for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Plano for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Orlando | Plano | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $63,010 | $92,910 | +47% in Plano |
| Firefighter | $45,520 | $64,900 | +43% in Plano |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,410 | $24,160 | -32% in Plano |
| Lawyer | $136,970 | $168,510 | +23% in Plano |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $100,780 | $122,520 | +22% in Plano |
| Registered Nurse | $83,550 | $101,420 | +21% in Plano |
| Truck Driver | $50,250 | $59,530 | +18% in Plano |
| Electrician | $50,820 | $59,010 | +16% in Plano |
Frequently asked questions
Is Orlando or Plano cheaper to live in?
Orlando and Plano cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in Orlando?
About $60,989 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, Orlando or Plano?
The typical household earns $78,014 in Orlando and $121,065 in Plano, 36% more in Plano.