salaryBrownsville is 21% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Brownsville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,204
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$955
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$56,222
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$139,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
86.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$2,349
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$198
👥 People living there
236,254
189,177
Commute to work
26.2 min
21.4 min
College degree
77.1%
24.5%
Own their home
41.3%
61.7%
Below poverty line
7.4%
23.7%
Unemployment
3.3%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Brownsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Brownsville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $21,010 | -54% in Brownsville |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $75,350 | -52% in Brownsville |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $103,100 | -47% in Brownsville |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | $47,320 | -46% in Brownsville |
| Carpenter | $60,800 | $35,640 | -41% in Brownsville |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $46,080 | -39% in Brownsville |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $66,440 | -35% in Brownsville |
| Plumber | $71,860 | $46,850 | -35% in Brownsville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Brownsville cheaper to live in?
Brownsville is about 21% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,204 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Brownsville to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $47,376 a year gives the same standard of living in Brownsville.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Brownsville?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $56,222 in Brownsville, 173% more in Arlington.