salaryAtlanta is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Atlanta to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,999
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,921
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$92,376
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$439,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
100.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$4,231
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$128
👥 People living there
236,254
505,268
Commute to work
26.2 min
26.5 min
College degree
77.1%
59.2%
Own their home
41.3%
46.4%
Below poverty line
7.4%
16.9%
Unemployment
3.3%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Atlanta for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Atlanta | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $18,460 | -60% in Atlanta |
| Firefighter | $66,980 | $47,300 | -29% in Atlanta |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $138,210 | -29% in Atlanta |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $111,410 | -29% in Atlanta |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $60,910 | -27% in Atlanta |
| Physician Assistant | $148,200 | $111,810 | -25% in Atlanta |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $58,650 | -23% in Atlanta |
| Plumber | $71,860 | $58,380 | -19% in Atlanta |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Atlanta cheaper to live in?
Atlanta is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,999 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Atlanta to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $55,136 a year gives the same standard of living in Atlanta.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Atlanta?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $92,376 in Atlanta, 66% more in Arlington.