salaryArlington is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Seattle to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$2,273
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$2,549
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$133,583
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$938,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
111.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$7,337
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$109
👥 People living there
397,742
754,195
Commute to work
26.6 min
26 min
College degree
32.6%
68.4%
Own their home
54.3%
43.7%
Below poverty line
12.9%
9.9%
Unemployment
5.7%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Seattle for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Seattle | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $57,280 | +137% in Seattle |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $101,780 | +72% in Seattle |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,070 | $102,920 | +58% in Seattle |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $76,410 | +57% in Seattle |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $101,090 | +56% in Seattle |
| Plumber | $61,250 | $95,230 | +55% in Seattle |
| Cashier | $29,910 | $44,210 | +48% in Seattle |
| Medical Assistant | $43,100 | $61,500 | +43% in Seattle |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Seattle cheaper to live in?
Arlington is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,648 a month there versus $2,273 in Seattle.
What salary do I need in Seattle to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $64,681 a year gives the same standard of living in Seattle.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Seattle?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $133,583 in Seattle, 39% more in Seattle.