salaryAustin is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Austin to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,932
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,941
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$101,010
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$555,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
98.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$8,024
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$134
👥 People living there
236,254
979,539
Commute to work
26.2 min
23.7 min
College degree
77.1%
59.6%
Own their home
41.3%
43.4%
Below poverty line
7.4%
12%
Unemployment
3.3%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Austin for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Austin | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $27,260 | -41% in Austin |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $117,850 | -25% in Austin |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $61,270 | -23% in Austin |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $153,330 | -21% in Austin |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $60,390 | -20% in Austin |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $83,120 | -19% in Austin |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $104,590 | -18% in Austin |
| Carpenter | $60,800 | $50,260 | -17% in Austin |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Austin cheaper to live in?
Austin is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,932 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Austin to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $54,039 a year gives the same standard of living in Austin.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Austin?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $101,010 in Austin, 52% more in Arlington.