Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
6% cheaper
Orlando is 6% more affordable than Tempe. A $75,000 salary in Tempe is equivalent to $70,755 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 Tempe sits at 114 (national average = 100). The median home in Orlando costs $320,000 compared to $400,000 in Tempe, a difference of $80,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,650 in Orlando versus $1,600 in Tempe.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Orlando scores 103 while Tempe scores 100. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Orlando (96) are higher than Tempe (95). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Orlando is $48,080 compared to $56,068 in Tempe. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Orlando.
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