salaryMemphis is 15% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Memphis to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,399
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,194
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$55,797
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$169,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
92.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$1,845
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$223
👥 People living there
236,254
618,980
Commute to work
26.2 min
21.1 min
College degree
77.1%
28%
Own their home
41.3%
44.9%
Below poverty line
7.4%
23.1%
Unemployment
3.3%
8.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Memphis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Memphis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $24,550 | -47% in Memphis |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $102,510 | -34% in Memphis |
| Dental Hygienist | $119,170 | $78,580 | -34% in Memphis |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $134,440 | -31% in Memphis |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $76,960 | -25% in Memphis |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $61,510 | -23% in Memphis |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,860 | $59,140 | -22% in Memphis |
| HVAC Technician | $71,920 | $56,780 | -21% in Memphis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Memphis cheaper to live in?
Memphis is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,399 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Memphis to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $50,795 a year gives the same standard of living in Memphis.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Memphis?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $55,797 in Memphis, 175% more in Arlington.