Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
7% cheaper
Savannah is 7% more affordable than Orlando. A $75,000 salary in Orlando is equivalent to $69,750 in Savannah.
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 Savannah sits at 81 (national average = 100). The median home in Orlando costs $320,000 compared to $250,000 in Savannah, a difference of $70,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,650 in Orlando versus $1,300 in Savannah.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Orlando scores 103 while Savannah scores 100. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Orlando (96) are lower than Savannah (98). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Orlando is $48,080 compared to $45,210 in Savannah. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Savannah.
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