salaryCape Coral is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Cape Coral to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$2,339
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,738
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$84,235
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$373,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
102.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$3,176
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$196
👥 People living there
236,254
215,536
Commute to work
26.2 min
29.9 min
College degree
77.1%
26.9%
Own their home
41.3%
77.2%
Below poverty line
7.4%
10.7%
Unemployment
3.3%
3.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Cape Coral for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Cape Coral | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $94,730 | -39% in Cape Coral |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $129,450 | -34% in Cape Coral |
| Plumber | $71,860 | $51,690 | -28% in Cape Coral |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | $65,180 | -25% in Cape Coral |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $60,470 | -24% in Cape Coral |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $57,930 | -24% in Cape Coral |
| Dental Hygienist | $119,170 | $91,120 | -24% in Cape Coral |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $97,310 | -23% in Cape Coral |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Cape Coral cheaper to live in?
Cape Coral is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,339 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Cape Coral to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $56,399 a year gives the same standard of living in Cape Coral.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Cape Coral?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $84,235 in Cape Coral, 82% more in Arlington.