Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
22% cheaper
Orlando is 22% more affordable than Sacramento. A $75,000 salary in Sacramento is equivalent to $58,594 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 Sacramento sits at 163 (national average = 100). The median home in Orlando costs $320,000 compared to $450,000 in Sacramento, a difference of $130,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,650 in Orlando versus $1,700 in Sacramento.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Orlando scores 103 while Sacramento scores 104. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Orlando (96) are lower than Sacramento (106). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Orlando is $48,080 compared to $64,660 in Sacramento. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Orlando.
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