Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
10% cheaper
St. Louis is 10% more affordable than Orlando. A $75,000 salary in Orlando is equivalent to $67,500 in St. Louis.
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 St. Louis sits at 72 (national average = 100). The median home in Orlando costs $320,000 compared to $175,000 in St. Louis, a difference of $145,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,650 in Orlando versus $1,000 in St. Louis.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Orlando scores 103 while St. Louis scores 97. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Orlando (96) are higher than St. Louis (95). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Orlando is $48,080 compared to $45,782 in St. Louis. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in St. Louis.
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