salaryFrisco is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Frisco to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$2,246
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$2,299
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$162,004
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$642,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$9,572
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$196
👥 People living there
236,254
219,304
Commute to work
26.2 min
28.6 min
College degree
77.1%
67.5%
Own their home
41.3%
65.9%
Below poverty line
7.4%
3.6%
Unemployment
3.3%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
- Pick Frisco for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Frisco cheaper to live in?
Frisco is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,246 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Frisco to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $53,483 a year gives the same standard of living in Frisco.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Frisco?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $162,004 in Frisco, 5% more in Frisco.