salaryDenver is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Denver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$2,065
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$2,127
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$102,153
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$616,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
105.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$2,751
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$113
👥 People living there
236,254
718,877
Commute to work
26.2 min
24.9 min
College degree
77.1%
56.5%
Own their home
41.3%
48.8%
Below poverty line
7.4%
11.2%
Unemployment
3.3%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Denver for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Denver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $66,980 | $87,980 | +31% in Denver |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $101,970 | +21% in Denver |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $63,150 | -17% in Denver |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $39,650 | -14% in Denver |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | $99,040 | +14% in Denver |
| Software Developer | $154,930 | $137,610 | -11% in Denver |
| Plumber | $71,860 | $63,900 | -11% in Denver |
| Physician Assistant | $148,200 | $134,540 | -9% in Denver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Denver cheaper to live in?
Denver is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,065 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Denver to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $58,291 a year gives the same standard of living in Denver.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Denver?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $102,153 in Denver, 50% more in Arlington.