Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
7% cheaper
Orlando is 7% more affordable than Springfield. A $75,000 salary in Springfield is equivalent to $70,093 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 Springfield sits at 106 (national average = 100). The median home in Orlando costs $320,000 compared to $230,000 in Springfield, a difference of $90,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,650 in Orlando versus $1,200 in Springfield.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Orlando scores 103 while Springfield scores 104. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Orlando (96) are lower than Springfield (114).
Median household income in Orlando is $48,080 compared to $41,612 in Springfield. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Orlando.
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