salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Boston to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$3,112
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$2,480
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$104,986
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$731,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
108.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$4,456
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$113
👥 People living there
236,254
666,442
Commute to work
26.2 min
30.3 min
College degree
77.1%
54.9%
Own their home
41.3%
35.7%
Below poverty line
7.4%
16.6%
Unemployment
3.3%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Boston for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Boston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $71,860 | $96,760 | +35% in Boston |
| Carpenter | $60,800 | $75,210 | +24% in Boston |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $98,060 | +23% in Boston |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | $102,390 | +17% in Boston |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $39,270 | -15% in Boston |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $133,800 | -14% in Boston |
| Dental Hygienist | $119,170 | $101,990 | -14% in Boston |
| Firefighter | $66,980 | $73,990 | +10% in Boston |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Boston cheaper to live in?
Arlington and Boston cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Boston to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $59,659 a year gives the same standard of living in Boston.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Boston?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $104,986 in Boston, 46% more in Arlington.