salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in St. Paul to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$1,443
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,553
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$79,155
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$294,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
104.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$3,822
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$143
👥 People living there
397,742
307,284
Commute to work
26.6 min
21.1 min
College degree
32.6%
43.8%
Own their home
54.3%
52.9%
Below poverty line
12.9%
15.6%
Unemployment
5.7%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick St. Paul for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | St. Paul | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $61,250 | $101,630 | +66% in St. Paul |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $74,060 | +52% in St. Paul |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $39,350 | -39% in St. Paul |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $81,890 | +39% in St. Paul |
| Market Research Analyst | $75,240 | $97,910 | +30% in St. Paul |
| HVAC Technician | $59,560 | $77,490 | +30% in St. Paul |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,530 | $48,020 | +25% in St. Paul |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,510 | $47,320 | +23% in St. Paul |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or St. Paul cheaper to live in?
Arlington and St. Paul cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in St. Paul to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $61,008 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Paul.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or St. Paul?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $79,155 in St. Paul, 2% more in Arlington.