salaryArlington is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Miami to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$2,538
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,983
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$67,365
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$518,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
114.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$4,586
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$133
👥 People living there
397,742
459,745
Commute to work
26.6 min
27.3 min
College degree
32.6%
37.4%
Own their home
54.3%
30.8%
Below poverty line
12.9%
19.4%
Unemployment
5.7%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Miami for a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Miami | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $36,070 | +49% in Miami |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,870 | $82,780 | -19% in Miami |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $75,710 | +17% in Miami |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $103,650 | -15% in Miami |
| Police Officer | $92,910 | $79,840 | -14% in Miami |
| Civil Engineer | $96,920 | $83,750 | -14% in Miami |
| Truck Driver | $59,530 | $51,580 | -13% in Miami |
| Customer Service Representative | $44,990 | $39,560 | -12% in Miami |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Miami cheaper to live in?
Arlington is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,648 a month there versus $2,538 in Miami.
What salary do I need in Miami to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $66,440 a year gives the same standard of living in Miami.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Miami?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $67,365 in Miami, 20% more in Arlington.