Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
15% cheaper
Orlando is 15% more affordable than Santa Fe. A $75,000 salary in Santa Fe is equivalent to $64,103 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 Santa Fe sits at 153 (national average = 100). The median home in Orlando costs $320,000 compared to $480,000 in Santa Fe, a difference of $160,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,650 in Orlando versus $1,600 in Santa Fe.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Orlando scores 103 while Santa Fe scores 103. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Orlando (96) are higher than Santa Fe (95). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Orlando is $48,080 compared to $61,982 in Santa Fe. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Orlando.
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