Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
4% cheaper
Orlando is 4% more affordable than Provo. A $75,000 salary in Provo is equivalent to $72,115 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 Provo sits at 112 (national average = 100). The median home in Orlando costs $320,000 compared to $380,000 in Provo, a difference of $60,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,650 in Orlando versus $1,300 in Provo.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Orlando scores 103 while Provo scores 98. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Orlando (96) are lower than Provo (97). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Orlando is $48,080 compared to $51,048 in Provo. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Orlando.
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