salaryMemphis is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Memphis to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$1,399
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,194
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$55,797
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$169,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
92.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$1,845
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$223
👥 People living there
397,742
618,980
Commute to work
26.6 min
21.1 min
College degree
32.6%
28%
Own their home
54.3%
44.9%
Below poverty line
12.9%
23.1%
Unemployment
5.7%
8.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Memphis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Memphis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $101,870 | $78,580 | -23% in Memphis |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $134,440 | -20% in Memphis |
| Registered Nurse | $101,420 | $81,500 | -20% in Memphis |
| Police Officer | $92,910 | $75,410 | -19% in Memphis |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $100,640 | -18% in Memphis |
| Physician Assistant | $134,900 | $121,900 | -10% in Memphis |
| Medical Assistant | $43,100 | $39,260 | -9% in Memphis |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $59,140 | -8% in Memphis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Memphis cheaper to live in?
Memphis is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,399 a month there versus $1,648 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Memphis to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $53,650 a year gives the same standard of living in Memphis.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Memphis?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $55,797 in Memphis, 45% more in Arlington.