Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
10% cheaper
Orlando is 10% more affordable than Reno. A $75,000 salary in Reno is equivalent to $67,568 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 Reno sits at 133 (national average = 100). The median home in Orlando costs $320,000 compared to $450,000 in Reno, a difference of $130,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,650 in Orlando versus $1,600 in Reno.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Orlando scores 103 while Reno scores 102. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Orlando (96) match Reno (96). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Orlando is $48,080 compared to $61,648 in Reno. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Orlando.
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