salaryMobile is 15% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Mobile to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$1,257
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,109
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$57,762
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$193,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
88.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$968
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$196
👥 People living there
397,742
203,416
Commute to work
26.6 min
22.8 min
College degree
32.6%
32%
Own their home
54.3%
54%
Below poverty line
12.9%
18.4%
Unemployment
5.7%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
- Pick Mobile for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Mobile | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $92,910 | $47,000 | -49% in Mobile |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,870 | $60,710 | -40% in Mobile |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $46,770 | -28% in Mobile |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $94,350 | -23% in Mobile |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $130,490 | -23% in Mobile |
| Physician Assistant | $134,900 | $104,960 | -22% in Mobile |
| Registered Nurse | $101,420 | $79,490 | -22% in Mobile |
| Nurse Practitioner | $130,980 | $103,480 | -21% in Mobile |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Mobile cheaper to live in?
Mobile is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,257 a month there versus $1,648 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Mobile to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $51,274 a year gives the same standard of living in Mobile.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Mobile?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $57,762 in Mobile, 40% more in Arlington.