salaryArlington is 9% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Chula Vista to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$2,808
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$2,306
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$116,513
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$758,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
111.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$6,058
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$137
👥 People living there
397,742
276,375
Commute to work
26.6 min
28.6 min
College degree
32.6%
33.2%
Own their home
54.3%
59.8%
Below poverty line
12.9%
8.7%
Unemployment
5.7%
8%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Chula Vista for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Chula Vista | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $73,200 | +50% in Chula Vista |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,070 | $97,000 | +49% in Chula Vista |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $35,850 | +48% in Chula Vista |
| Registered Nurse | $101,420 | $139,520 | +38% in Chula Vista |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $76,160 | +29% in Chula Vista |
| Restaurant Cook | $36,490 | $46,440 | +27% in Chula Vista |
| HVAC Technician | $59,560 | $74,880 | +26% in Chula Vista |
| Nurse Practitioner | $130,980 | $163,860 | +25% in Chula Vista |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Chula Vista cheaper to live in?
Arlington is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,648 a month there versus $2,808 in Chula Vista.
What salary do I need in Chula Vista to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $65,120 a year gives the same standard of living in Chula Vista.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Chula Vista?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $116,513 in Chula Vista, 30% more in Chula Vista.