salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Cape Coral to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$2,339
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,738
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$84,235
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$373,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
102.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$3,176
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$196
👥 People living there
397,742
215,536
Commute to work
26.6 min
29.9 min
College degree
32.6%
26.9%
Own their home
54.3%
77.2%
Below poverty line
12.9%
10.7%
Unemployment
5.7%
3.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Cape Coral for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Cape Coral | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $36,660 | +52% in Cape Coral |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $129,450 | -23% in Cape Coral |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $97,310 | -21% in Cape Coral |
| Registered Nurse | $101,420 | $82,860 | -18% in Cape Coral |
| Truck Driver | $59,530 | $48,950 | -18% in Cape Coral |
| Police Officer | $92,910 | $76,710 | -17% in Cape Coral |
| Plumber | $61,250 | $51,690 | -16% in Cape Coral |
| Customer Service Representative | $44,990 | $38,180 | -15% in Cape Coral |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Cape Coral cheaper to live in?
Arlington and Cape Coral cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Cape Coral to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $59,569 a year gives the same standard of living in Cape Coral.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Cape Coral?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $84,235 in Cape Coral, 4% more in Cape Coral.