salaryPlano is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Plano to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$176
👥 People living there
236,254
290,594
Commute to work
26.2 min
25.4 min
College degree
77.1%
60.5%
Own their home
41.3%
56.9%
Below poverty line
7.4%
6.8%
Unemployment
3.3%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
- Pick Plano for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Plano | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $24,160 | -48% in Plano |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $111,010 | -29% in Plano |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $59,010 | -22% in Plano |
| Carpenter | $60,800 | $48,740 | -20% in Plano |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $82,620 | -19% in Plano |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $65,070 | -18% in Plano |
| HVAC Technician | $71,920 | $59,560 | -17% in Plano |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,730 | $38,530 | -16% in Plano |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Plano cheaper to live in?
Plano is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,010 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $56,807 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Plano?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $121,065 in Plano, 27% more in Arlington.