salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Scottsdale to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$2,287
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$2,188
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$119,591
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$789,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$2,956
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$182
👥 People living there
397,742
243,821
Commute to work
26.6 min
21.6 min
College degree
32.6%
61.9%
Own their home
54.3%
67%
Below poverty line
12.9%
7.3%
Unemployment
5.7%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Scottsdale for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Scottsdale | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $47,530 | +97% in Scottsdale |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $60,320 | +24% in Scottsdale |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $78,080 | +21% in Scottsdale |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $135,670 | -19% in Scottsdale |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,530 | $45,290 | +18% in Scottsdale |
| Cashier | $29,910 | $34,920 | +17% in Scottsdale |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,510 | $44,950 | +17% in Scottsdale |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $103,770 | -15% in Scottsdale |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Scottsdale cheaper to live in?
Arlington and Scottsdale cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Scottsdale to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $60,132 a year gives the same standard of living in Scottsdale.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Scottsdale?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $119,591 in Scottsdale, 32% more in Scottsdale.