salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Philadelphia to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$1,814
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,623
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$66,816
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$243,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
102.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$2,003
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$112
👥 People living there
397,742
1,579,706
Commute to work
26.6 min
31.7 min
College degree
32.6%
35.4%
Own their home
54.3%
51.8%
Below poverty line
12.9%
21.4%
Unemployment
5.7%
8.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Philadelphia for cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Philadelphia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $36,570 | +51% in Philadelphia |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $61,780 | +27% in Philadelphia |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $74,590 | +26% in Philadelphia |
| Plumber | $61,250 | $74,860 | +22% in Philadelphia |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,070 | $78,570 | +21% in Philadelphia |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $78,050 | +20% in Philadelphia |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,530 | $46,220 | +20% in Philadelphia |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $105,050 | -14% in Philadelphia |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Philadelphia cheaper to live in?
Arlington and Philadelphia cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Philadelphia to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $59,688 a year gives the same standard of living in Philadelphia.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Philadelphia?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $66,816 in Philadelphia, 21% more in Arlington.
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