Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
34% cheaper
Orlando is 34% more affordable than Washington. A $75,000 salary in Washington is equivalent to $49,342 in Orlando.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Florida salaries · District of Columbia salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Orlando has a housing index of 104 while Washington sits at 226 (national average = 100). The median home in Orlando costs $320,000 compared to $580,000 in Washington, a difference of $260,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,650 in Orlando versus $2,300 in Washington.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Orlando scores 103 while Washington scores 108.
Healthcare costs in Orlando (96) are lower than Washington (105). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Orlando is $48,080 compared to $90,842 in Washington. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Orlando.
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