Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
11% cheaper
Orlando is 11% more affordable than Sarasota. A $75,000 salary in Sarasota is equivalent to $66,964 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 Sarasota sits at 132 (national average = 100). The median home in Orlando costs $320,000 compared to $380,000 in Sarasota, a difference of $60,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,650 in Orlando versus $1,800 in Sarasota.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Orlando scores 103 while Sarasota scores 104. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Orlando (96) are lower than Sarasota (97). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Orlando is $48,080 compared to $52,147 in Sarasota. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Orlando.
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