salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Minneapolis to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$1,649
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,805
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$87,192
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
104.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$4,339
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$91
👥 People living there
397,742
427,246
Commute to work
26.6 min
22 min
College degree
32.6%
55.5%
Own their home
54.3%
47.7%
Below poverty line
12.9%
16%
Unemployment
5.7%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Minneapolis for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Minneapolis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $61,250 | $101,630 | +66% in Minneapolis |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $74,060 | +52% in Minneapolis |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $39,350 | -39% in Minneapolis |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $81,890 | +39% in Minneapolis |
| Market Research Analyst | $75,240 | $97,910 | +30% in Minneapolis |
| HVAC Technician | $59,560 | $77,490 | +30% in Minneapolis |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,530 | $48,020 | +25% in Minneapolis |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,510 | $47,320 | +23% in Minneapolis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Minneapolis cheaper to live in?
Arlington and Minneapolis cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Minneapolis to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $61,008 a year gives the same standard of living in Minneapolis.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Minneapolis?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $87,192 in Minneapolis, 7% more in Minneapolis.