salaryBaltimore is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Baltimore to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,619
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,479
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$67,058
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$229,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
104.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$3,354
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$157
👥 People living there
236,254
573,243
Commute to work
26.2 min
29.1 min
College degree
77.1%
36.1%
Own their home
41.3%
47.5%
Below poverty line
7.4%
19.7%
Unemployment
3.3%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Baltimore | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $132,400 | -32% in Baltimore |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $117,040 | -25% in Baltimore |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $36,170 | -21% in Baltimore |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $85,160 | -17% in Baltimore |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | $74,620 | -14% in Baltimore |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $108,980 | -14% in Baltimore |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $65,590 | -14% in Baltimore |
| Restaurant Cook | $42,920 | $37,420 | -13% in Baltimore |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Baltimore cheaper to live in?
Baltimore is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,619 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Baltimore to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $57,577 a year gives the same standard of living in Baltimore.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Baltimore?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $67,058 in Baltimore, 129% more in Arlington.