salaryArlington is 9% 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
$2,566
$1,648
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,395
$1,611
💵 Families earn per year
$102,702
$81,072
🔑 Buying a house
$831,200
$304,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,363
$4,716
⚡ Electric bill per month
$152
$194
👥 People living there
344,521
397,742
Commute to work
27.4 min
26.6 min
College degree
29.7%
32.6%
Own their home
46.2%
54.3%
Below poverty line
12.4%
12.9%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Anaheim for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anaheim | Arlington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $65,070 | -36% in Arlington |
| Carpenter | $75,740 | $48,740 | -36% in Arlington |
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $64,900 | -34% in Arlington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,850 | $24,160 | -33% in Arlington |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $101,420 | -25% in Arlington |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $92,910 | -24% in Arlington |
| Electrician | $73,810 | $59,010 | -20% in Arlington |
| HVAC Technician | $73,830 | $59,560 | -19% in Arlington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anaheim or Arlington cheaper to live in?
Arlington is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,648 a month there versus $2,566 in Anaheim.
What salary do I need in Arlington to match $60,000 in Anaheim?
About $54,465 a year gives the same standard of living in Arlington.
Where do people earn more, Anaheim or Arlington?
The typical household earns $102,702 in Anaheim and $81,072 in Arlington, 27% more in Anaheim.