salaryAmarillo is 12% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Arlington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$1,648
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,611
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$81,072
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$304,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$4,716
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$194
👥 People living there
201,885
397,742
Commute to work
19.6 min
26.6 min
College degree
26.6%
32.6%
Own their home
59.7%
54.3%
Below poverty line
15.8%
12.9%
Unemployment
3.4%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Arlington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $48,420 | $64,900 | +34% in Arlington |
| Operations Manager | $85,770 | $111,010 | +29% in Arlington |
| Lawyer | $130,580 | $168,510 | +29% in Arlington |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $96,920 | +28% in Arlington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $97,620 | $122,520 | +26% in Arlington |
| Market Research Analyst | $61,380 | $75,240 | +23% in Arlington |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,990 | $101,870 | +20% in Arlington |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $59,560 | +20% in Arlington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Arlington cheaper to live in?
Amarillo is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,219 a month there versus $1,648 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Arlington to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $67,364 a year gives the same standard of living in Arlington.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Arlington?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $81,072 in Arlington, 12% more in Arlington.