salaryArlington is 9% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Diego to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$3,011
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$2,589
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$116,561
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$906,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
111.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$5,945
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$131
👥 People living there
397,742
1,389,526
Commute to work
26.6 min
23.5 min
College degree
32.6%
51%
Own their home
54.3%
47.3%
Below poverty line
12.9%
11%
Unemployment
5.7%
6%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick San Diego for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | San Diego | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $73,200 | +50% in San Diego |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,070 | $97,000 | +49% in San Diego |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $35,850 | +48% in San Diego |
| Registered Nurse | $101,420 | $139,520 | +38% in San Diego |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $76,160 | +29% in San Diego |
| Restaurant Cook | $36,490 | $46,440 | +27% in San Diego |
| HVAC Technician | $59,560 | $74,880 | +26% in San Diego |
| Nurse Practitioner | $130,980 | $163,860 | +25% in San Diego |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or San Diego cheaper to live in?
Arlington is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,648 a month there versus $3,011 in San Diego.
What salary do I need in San Diego to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $65,120 a year gives the same standard of living in San Diego.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or San Diego?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $116,561 in San Diego, 30% more in San Diego.