salaryAmarillo is 19% 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
$2,666
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$2,805
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$153,270
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$895,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$8,153
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$101
👥 People living there
201,885
236,254
Commute to work
19.6 min
26.2 min
College degree
26.6%
77.1%
Own their home
59.7%
41.3%
Below poverty line
15.8%
7.4%
Unemployment
3.4%
3.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Arlington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $46,040 | +103% in Arlington |
| Operations Manager | $85,770 | $156,460 | +82% in Arlington |
| Lawyer | $130,580 | $195,190 | +49% in Arlington |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $71,920 | +44% in Arlington |
| Market Research Analyst | $61,380 | $87,160 | +42% in Arlington |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,560 | $42,920 | +40% in Arlington |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,990 | $119,170 | +40% in Arlington |
| Electrician | $54,360 | $75,930 | +40% in Arlington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Arlington cheaper to live in?
Amarillo is about 19% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,219 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Arlington to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $71,151 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 $153,270 in Arlington, 54% more in Arlington.