salaryGrand Rapids is 12% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Grand Rapids to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,751
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,396
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$74,533
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$244,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
95.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$2,493
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$100
👥 People living there
236,254
198,535
Commute to work
26.2 min
19 min
College degree
77.1%
41.6%
Own their home
41.3%
54%
Below poverty line
7.4%
16.9%
Unemployment
3.3%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Grand Rapids for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Grand Rapids | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $101,720 | -35% in Grand Rapids |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $129,360 | -34% in Grand Rapids |
| Software Developer | $154,930 | $107,520 | -31% in Grand Rapids |
| Dental Hygienist | $119,170 | $84,290 | -29% in Grand Rapids |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | $64,880 | -26% in Grand Rapids |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $76,270 | -25% in Grand Rapids |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $97,210 | -23% in Grand Rapids |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $61,900 | -22% in Grand Rapids |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Grand Rapids cheaper to live in?
Grand Rapids is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,751 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Grand Rapids to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $52,650 a year gives the same standard of living in Grand Rapids.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Grand Rapids?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $74,533 in Grand Rapids, 106% more in Arlington.
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