salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Vancouver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$1,894
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,788
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$87,723
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$462,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
105.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$3,899
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$105
👥 People living there
397,742
195,300
Commute to work
26.6 min
23.2 min
College degree
32.6%
32.3%
Own their home
54.3%
50.8%
Below poverty line
12.9%
10.2%
Unemployment
5.7%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Vancouver for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Vancouver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $54,780 | +127% in Vancouver |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $105,090 | +78% in Vancouver |
| Plumber | $61,250 | $101,010 | +65% in Vancouver |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $73,710 | +51% in Vancouver |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $85,170 | +31% in Vancouver |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,530 | $50,350 | +31% in Vancouver |
| Medical Assistant | $43,100 | $56,240 | +30% in Vancouver |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $83,510 | +30% in Vancouver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Vancouver cheaper to live in?
Arlington and Vancouver cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Vancouver to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $61,357 a year gives the same standard of living in Vancouver.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Vancouver?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $87,723 in Vancouver, 8% more in Vancouver.