salaryMobile is 19% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Mobile to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,257
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,109
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$57,762
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$193,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
88.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$968
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$196
👥 People living there
236,254
203,416
Commute to work
26.2 min
22.8 min
College degree
77.1%
32%
Own their home
41.3%
54%
Below poverty line
7.4%
18.4%
Unemployment
3.3%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Mobile for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Mobile | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $119,170 | $60,710 | -49% in Mobile |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $47,000 | -44% in Mobile |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $26,860 | -42% in Mobile |
| HVAC Technician | $71,920 | $47,960 | -33% in Mobile |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $130,490 | -33% in Mobile |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,730 | $30,880 | -32% in Mobile |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $106,690 | -32% in Mobile |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | $60,340 | -31% in Mobile |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Mobile cheaper to live in?
Mobile is about 19% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,257 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Mobile to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $48,546 a year gives the same standard of living in Mobile.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Mobile?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $57,762 in Mobile, 165% more in Arlington.