salaryArlington is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Denver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$2,065
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$2,127
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$102,153
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$616,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
105.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$2,751
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$113
👥 People living there
397,742
718,877
Commute to work
26.6 min
24.9 min
College degree
32.6%
56.5%
Own their home
54.3%
48.8%
Below poverty line
12.9%
11.2%
Unemployment
5.7%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Denver for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Denver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $39,650 | +64% in Denver |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $87,980 | +36% in Denver |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $64,910 | +33% in Denver |
| Market Research Analyst | $75,240 | $99,040 | +32% in Denver |
| Operations Manager | $111,010 | $142,330 | +28% in Denver |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,530 | $49,110 | +27% in Denver |
| Cashier | $29,910 | $37,620 | +26% in Denver |
| Restaurant Cook | $36,490 | $44,370 | +22% in Denver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Denver cheaper to live in?
Arlington is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,648 a month there versus $2,065 in Denver.
What salary do I need in Denver to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $61,567 a year gives the same standard of living in Denver.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Denver?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $102,153 in Denver, 21% more in Denver.