Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
12% cheaper
Orlando is 12% more affordable than Stockton. A $75,000 salary in Stockton is equivalent to $65,789 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 Stockton sits at 126 (national average = 100). The median home in Orlando costs $320,000 compared to $400,000 in Stockton, a difference of $80,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,650 in Orlando versus $1,500 in Stockton.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Orlando scores 103 while Stockton scores 101. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Orlando (96) are lower than Stockton (101). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Orlando is $48,080 compared to $54,658 in Stockton. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Orlando.
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