salaryArlington is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Fort Lauderdale to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$2,109
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$2,075
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$89,656
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$486,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
114.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$4,516
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$147
👥 People living there
397,742
185,604
Commute to work
26.6 min
26.1 min
College degree
32.6%
40.8%
Own their home
54.3%
54.1%
Below poverty line
12.9%
15%
Unemployment
5.7%
5.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Fort Lauderdale for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Fort Lauderdale | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $36,070 | +49% in Fort Lauderdale |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,870 | $82,780 | -19% in Fort Lauderdale |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $75,710 | +17% in Fort Lauderdale |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $103,650 | -15% in Fort Lauderdale |
| Police Officer | $92,910 | $79,840 | -14% in Fort Lauderdale |
| Civil Engineer | $96,920 | $83,750 | -14% in Fort Lauderdale |
| Truck Driver | $59,530 | $51,580 | -13% in Fort Lauderdale |
| Customer Service Representative | $44,990 | $39,560 | -12% in Fort Lauderdale |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Fort Lauderdale cheaper to live in?
Arlington is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,648 a month there versus $2,109 in Fort Lauderdale.
What salary do I need in Fort Lauderdale to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $66,440 a year gives the same standard of living in Fort Lauderdale.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Fort Lauderdale?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $89,656 in Fort Lauderdale, 10% more in Fort Lauderdale.
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