salaryAustin is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Austin to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$1,932
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,941
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$101,010
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$555,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
98.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$8,024
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$134
👥 People living there
397,742
979,539
Commute to work
26.6 min
23.7 min
College degree
32.6%
59.6%
Own their home
54.3%
43.4%
Below poverty line
12.9%
12%
Unemployment
5.7%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Austin for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Austin | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $104,590 | -15% in Austin |
| Cashier | $29,910 | $33,940 | +13% in Austin |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $27,260 | +13% in Austin |
| Police Officer | $92,910 | $82,290 | -11% in Austin |
| Pharmacist | $138,170 | $151,290 | +9% in Austin |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $58,830 | -9% in Austin |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $153,330 | -9% in Austin |
| Market Research Analyst | $75,240 | $80,460 | +7% in Austin |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Austin cheaper to live in?
Austin is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,932 a month there versus $1,648 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Austin to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $57,076 a year gives the same standard of living in Austin.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Austin?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $101,010 in Austin, 20% more in Austin.