salaryDallas is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Dallas to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,760
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,691
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$76,054
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$320,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$5,075
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$160
👥 People living there
236,254
1,307,930
Commute to work
26.2 min
25.7 min
College degree
77.1%
38.2%
Own their home
41.3%
42.4%
Below poverty line
7.4%
16.7%
Unemployment
3.3%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Dallas for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Dallas | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $24,160 | -48% in Dallas |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $111,010 | -29% in Dallas |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $59,010 | -22% in Dallas |
| Carpenter | $60,800 | $48,740 | -20% in Dallas |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $82,620 | -19% in Dallas |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $65,070 | -18% in Dallas |
| HVAC Technician | $71,920 | $59,560 | -17% in Dallas |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,730 | $38,530 | -16% in Dallas |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Dallas cheaper to live in?
Dallas is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,760 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Dallas to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $56,807 a year gives the same standard of living in Dallas.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Dallas?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $76,054 in Dallas, 102% more in Arlington.