salaryDetroit is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Detroit to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,347
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,153
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$43,073
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$83,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
100.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$1,402
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$196
👥 People living there
236,254
638,530
Commute to work
26.2 min
24.8 min
College degree
77.1%
18.1%
Own their home
41.3%
50.3%
Below poverty line
7.4%
32.7%
Unemployment
3.3%
14%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Detroit for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Detroit | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $104,010 | -34% in Detroit |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $134,980 | -31% in Detroit |
| Dental Hygienist | $119,170 | $84,480 | -29% in Detroit |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $80,650 | -21% in Detroit |
| Plumber | $71,860 | $86,370 | +20% in Detroit |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $37,490 | -19% in Detroit |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $103,670 | -18% in Detroit |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $65,210 | -18% in Detroit |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Detroit cheaper to live in?
Detroit is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,347 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Detroit to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $55,269 a year gives the same standard of living in Detroit.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Detroit?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $43,073 in Detroit, 256% more in Arlington.