salaryHouston is 9% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Houston to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,533
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,499
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$69,901
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$277,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
98.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$4,198
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$157
👥 People living there
236,254
2,328,253
Commute to work
26.2 min
27.2 min
College degree
77.1%
36.6%
Own their home
41.3%
42.1%
Below poverty line
7.4%
19.9%
Unemployment
3.3%
6.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Houston for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $22,080 | -52% in Houston |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $119,600 | -24% in Houston |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | $67,370 | -23% in Houston |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $59,180 | -22% in Houston |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $157,980 | -19% in Houston |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $64,500 | -19% in Houston |
| Restaurant Cook | $42,920 | $35,050 | -18% in Houston |
| Carpenter | $60,800 | $49,670 | -18% in Houston |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Houston cheaper to live in?
Houston is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,533 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Houston to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $54,349 a year gives the same standard of living in Houston.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Houston?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $69,901 in Houston, 119% more in Arlington.