salaryArlington is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Chula Vista to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$2,808
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$2,306
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$116,513
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$758,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
111.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$6,058
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$137
👥 People living there
236,254
276,375
Commute to work
26.2 min
28.6 min
College degree
77.1%
33.2%
Own their home
41.3%
59.8%
Below poverty line
7.4%
8.7%
Unemployment
3.3%
8%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Chula Vista for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Chula Vista | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $102,710 | $139,520 | +36% in Chula Vista |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $110,400 | +31% in Chula Vista |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $119,600 | -24% in Chula Vista |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $35,850 | -22% in Chula Vista |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $97,000 | +22% in Chula Vista |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,840 | $163,860 | +22% in Chula Vista |
| Carpenter | $60,800 | $73,200 | +20% in Chula Vista |
| Physician Assistant | $148,200 | $165,160 | +11% in Chula Vista |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Chula Vista cheaper to live in?
Arlington is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,666 a month there versus $2,808 in Chula Vista.
What salary do I need in Chula Vista to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $61,655 a year gives the same standard of living in Chula Vista.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Chula Vista?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $116,513 in Chula Vista, 32% more in Arlington.