salaryArlington is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Yonkers to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$2,436
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$2,060
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$90,108
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$501,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
107.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$9,676
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$157
👥 People living there
397,742
209,978
Commute to work
26.6 min
35.6 min
College degree
32.6%
35.7%
Own their home
54.3%
46.2%
Below poverty line
12.9%
13.8%
Unemployment
5.7%
7.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Yonkers for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Yonkers cheaper to live in?
Arlington is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,648 a month there versus $2,436 in Yonkers.
What salary do I need in Yonkers to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $62,812 a year gives the same standard of living in Yonkers.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Yonkers?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $90,108 in Yonkers, 10% more in Yonkers.