salaryMcKinney is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in McKinney to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,993
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,977
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$133,966
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$471,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$7,791
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$182
👥 People living there
236,254
210,600
Commute to work
26.2 min
27.8 min
College degree
77.1%
54.1%
Own their home
41.3%
63.8%
Below poverty line
7.4%
5.7%
Unemployment
3.3%
3.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick McKinney for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or McKinney cheaper to live in?
McKinney is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,993 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in McKinney to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $53,483 a year gives the same standard of living in McKinney.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or McKinney?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $133,966 in McKinney, 14% more in Arlington.