salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Baltimore to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$1,619
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,479
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$67,058
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$229,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
104.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$3,354
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$157
👥 People living there
397,742
573,243
Commute to work
26.6 min
29.1 min
College degree
32.6%
36.1%
Own their home
54.3%
47.5%
Below poverty line
12.9%
19.7%
Unemployment
5.7%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Baltimore | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $36,170 | +50% in Baltimore |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $62,380 | +28% in Baltimore |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $132,400 | -21% in Baltimore |
| Police Officer | $92,910 | $76,530 | -18% in Baltimore |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,070 | $76,400 | +17% in Baltimore |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $74,860 | +16% in Baltimore |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,870 | $116,130 | +14% in Baltimore |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $73,810 | +14% in Baltimore |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Baltimore cheaper to live in?
Arlington and Baltimore cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Baltimore to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $60,813 a year gives the same standard of living in Baltimore.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Baltimore?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $67,058 in Baltimore, 21% more in Arlington.