salaryCharlotte is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Charlotte to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,881
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,690
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$88,510
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$385,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$2,808
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$126
👥 People living there
236,254
903,844
Commute to work
26.2 min
24.7 min
College degree
77.1%
48%
Own their home
41.3%
51%
Below poverty line
7.4%
11.7%
Unemployment
3.3%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Charlotte for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Charlotte | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $66,980 | $38,700 | -42% in Charlotte |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $112,730 | -28% in Charlotte |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $58,680 | -26% in Charlotte |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $63,190 | -25% in Charlotte |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $59,080 | -22% in Charlotte |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $36,430 | -21% in Charlotte |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $157,180 | -19% in Charlotte |
| Plumber | $71,860 | $58,690 | -18% in Charlotte |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Charlotte cheaper to live in?
Charlotte is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,881 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Charlotte to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $53,643 a year gives the same standard of living in Charlotte.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Charlotte?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $88,510 in Charlotte, 73% more in Arlington.