Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
19% cheaper
Orlando is 19% more affordable than Scottsdale. A $75,000 salary in Scottsdale is equivalent to $60,976 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 Scottsdale sits at 162 (national average = 100). The median home in Orlando costs $320,000 compared to $580,000 in Scottsdale, a difference of $260,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,650 in Orlando versus $2,000 in Scottsdale.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Orlando scores 103 while Scottsdale scores 103. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Orlando (96) are higher than Scottsdale (95). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Orlando is $48,080 compared to $92,298 in Scottsdale. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Orlando.
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