salaryParadise is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Paradise to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,532
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,510
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$63,836
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$384,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$1,553
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$142
👥 People living there
236,254
185,913
Commute to work
26.2 min
23.2 min
College degree
77.1%
24.1%
Own their home
41.3%
41.9%
Below poverty line
7.4%
17.6%
Unemployment
3.3%
9.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Paradise for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Paradise | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $27,110 | -41% in Paradise |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $97,290 | -38% in Paradise |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $150,510 | -23% in Paradise |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $80,530 | -21% in Paradise |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $103,760 | -18% in Paradise |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $65,040 | -18% in Paradise |
| Cashier | $35,470 | $29,360 | -17% in Paradise |
| Plumber | $71,860 | $59,700 | -17% in Paradise |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Paradise cheaper to live in?
Paradise is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,532 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Paradise to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $55,223 a year gives the same standard of living in Paradise.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Paradise?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $63,836 in Paradise, 140% more in Arlington.