salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tempe to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$146
👥 People living there
397,742
188,065
Commute to work
26.6 min
20.9 min
College degree
32.6%
50%
Own their home
54.3%
42.3%
Below poverty line
12.9%
15.8%
Unemployment
5.7%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Tempe for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $47,530 | +97% in Tempe |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $60,320 | +24% in Tempe |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $78,080 | +21% in Tempe |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $135,670 | -19% in Tempe |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,530 | $45,290 | +18% in Tempe |
| Cashier | $29,910 | $34,920 | +17% in Tempe |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,510 | $44,950 | +17% in Tempe |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $103,770 | -15% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Arlington and Tempe cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $60,132 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Tempe?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $85,917 in Tempe, 6% more in Tempe.