salaryOrlando is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Diego to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,955
$3,011
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,897
$2,589
💵 Families earn per year
$78,014
$116,561
🔑 Buying a house
$394,100
$906,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.4
111.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,213
$5,945
⚡ Electric bill per month
$164
$131
👥 People living there
319,758
1,389,526
Commute to work
26.2 min
23.5 min
College degree
42.5%
51%
Own their home
39.5%
47.3%
Below poverty line
14.7%
11%
Unemployment
5.2%
6%
Bottom line
- Pick Orlando for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick San Diego for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Orlando | San Diego | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $63,010 | $110,400 | +75% in San Diego |
| Registered Nurse | $83,550 | $139,520 | +67% in San Diego |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,190 | $97,000 | +61% in San Diego |
| Firefighter | $45,520 | $70,900 | +56% in San Diego |
| Electrician | $50,820 | $76,160 | +50% in San Diego |
| Carpenter | $49,750 | $73,200 | +47% in San Diego |
| HVAC Technician | $51,460 | $74,880 | +46% in San Diego |
| Dental Hygienist | $92,560 | $123,790 | +34% in San Diego |
Frequently asked questions
Is Orlando or San Diego cheaper to live in?
Orlando is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,955 a month there versus $3,011 in San Diego.
What salary do I need in San Diego to match $60,000 in Orlando?
About $66,194 a year gives the same standard of living in San Diego.
Where do people earn more, Orlando or San Diego?
The typical household earns $78,014 in Orlando and $116,561 in San Diego, 33% more in San Diego.