salaryMontgomery is 13% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Montgomery to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$1,304
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,085
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$61,271
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$161,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
89.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$643
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$185
👥 People living there
397,742
197,494
Commute to work
26.6 min
20.7 min
College degree
32.6%
33.8%
Own their home
54.3%
54.4%
Below poverty line
12.9%
21.5%
Unemployment
5.7%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $92,910 | $48,490 | -48% in Montgomery |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,870 | $60,120 | -41% in Montgomery |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $125,290 | -26% in Montgomery |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $48,780 | -25% in Montgomery |
| Physician Assistant | $134,900 | $102,040 | -24% in Montgomery |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $94,540 | -23% in Montgomery |
| Registered Nurse | $101,420 | $79,570 | -22% in Montgomery |
| Nurse Practitioner | $130,980 | $105,050 | -20% in Montgomery |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Montgomery cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $1,648 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Montgomery to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $52,196 a year gives the same standard of living in Montgomery.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Montgomery?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $61,271 in Montgomery, 32% more in Arlington.