salaryAnchorage is 3% 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
$1,651
$2,666
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,565
$2,805
💵 Families earn per year
$111,392
$153,270
🔑 Buying a house
$395,900
$895,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,982
$8,153
⚡ Electric bill per month
$136
$101
👥 People living there
288,976
236,254
Commute to work
18.8 min
26.2 min
College degree
38.7%
77.1%
Own their home
63.9%
41.3%
Below poverty line
8.9%
7.4%
Unemployment
4.6%
3.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Anchorage 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 | Anchorage | Arlington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,080 | $46,040 | +77% in Arlington |
| Software Developer | $104,030 | $154,930 | +49% in Arlington |
| Operations Manager | $120,030 | $156,460 | +30% in Arlington |
| Lawyer | $153,590 | $195,190 | +27% in Arlington |
| Police Officer | $115,020 | $84,000 | -27% in Arlington |
| Market Research Analyst | $68,720 | $87,160 | +27% in Arlington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $101,260 | $127,040 | +25% in Arlington |
| Accountant | $82,150 | $102,140 | +24% in Arlington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anchorage or Arlington cheaper to live in?
Anchorage is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,651 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Arlington to match $60,000 in Anchorage?
About $61,972 a year gives the same standard of living in Arlington.
Where do people earn more, Anchorage or Arlington?
The typical household earns $111,392 in Anchorage and $153,270 in Arlington, 27% more in Arlington.