Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
8% cheaper
Orlando is 8% more affordable than Plano. A $75,000 salary in Plano is equivalent to $68,807 in Orlando.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Orlando has a housing index of 104 while Plano sits at 123 (national average = 100). The median home in Orlando costs $320,000 compared to $400,000 in Plano, a difference of $80,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,650 in Orlando versus $1,700 in Plano.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Orlando scores 103 while Plano scores 98. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Orlando (96) are lower than Plano (100). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Orlando is $48,080 compared to $96,348 in Plano. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Orlando.
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