salaryMontgomery is 18% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Montgomery to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,304
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,085
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$61,271
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$161,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
89.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$643
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$185
👥 People living there
236,254
197,494
Commute to work
26.2 min
20.7 min
College degree
77.1%
33.8%
Own their home
41.3%
54.4%
Below poverty line
7.4%
21.5%
Unemployment
3.3%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $119,170 | $60,120 | -50% in Montgomery |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $26,360 | -43% in Montgomery |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $48,490 | -42% in Montgomery |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $125,290 | -36% in Montgomery |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $49,910 | -34% in Montgomery |
| HVAC Technician | $71,920 | $48,680 | -32% in Montgomery |
| Physician Assistant | $148,200 | $102,040 | -31% in Montgomery |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $107,980 | -31% in Montgomery |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Montgomery cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 18% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Montgomery to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $49,419 a year gives the same standard of living in Montgomery.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Montgomery?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $61,271 in Montgomery, 150% more in Arlington.