Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
38% cheaper
Orlando is 38% more affordable than Jersey City. A $75,000 salary in Jersey City is equivalent to $46,296 in Orlando.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: New Jersey salaries · Florida salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Jersey City has a housing index of 249 while Orlando sits at 104 (national average = 100). The median home in Jersey City costs $540,000 compared to $320,000 in Orlando, a difference of $220,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $2,600 in Jersey City versus $1,650 in Orlando.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Jersey City scores 105 while Orlando scores 103. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Jersey City (106) are higher than Orlando (96). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Jersey City is $80,820 compared to $48,080 in Orlando. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Orlando.
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