salaryNew Orleans is 15% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in New Orleans to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,508
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,391
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$61,077
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$315,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$2,606
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$196
👥 People living there
236,254
371,853
Commute to work
26.2 min
22.6 min
College degree
77.1%
42.4%
Own their home
41.3%
51.2%
Below poverty line
7.4%
22.6%
Unemployment
3.3%
7.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick New Orleans for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | New Orleans | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $16,640 | -64% in New Orleans |
| Firefighter | $66,980 | $37,250 | -44% in New Orleans |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $48,970 | -42% in New Orleans |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $121,290 | -38% in New Orleans |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $105,110 | -33% in New Orleans |
| Software Developer | $154,930 | $106,950 | -31% in New Orleans |
| Restaurant Cook | $42,920 | $30,520 | -29% in New Orleans |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,730 | $34,320 | -25% in New Orleans |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or New Orleans cheaper to live in?
New Orleans is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,508 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in New Orleans to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $51,025 a year gives the same standard of living in New Orleans.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or New Orleans?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $61,077 in New Orleans, 151% more in Arlington.