salaryPort St. Lucie is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Port St. Lucie to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$2,470
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,839
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$86,979
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$369,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$3,585
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$185
👥 People living there
236,254
232,491
Commute to work
26.2 min
30.5 min
College degree
77.1%
28.1%
Own their home
41.3%
84%
Below poverty line
7.4%
9.5%
Unemployment
3.3%
6%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Port St. Lucie for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Port St. Lucie | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $94,910 | -39% in Port St. Lucie |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $53,610 | -33% in Port St. Lucie |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $132,360 | -32% in Port St. Lucie |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $87,720 | -31% in Port St. Lucie |
| Plumber | $71,860 | $50,990 | -29% in Port St. Lucie |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $58,540 | -23% in Port St. Lucie |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $79,430 | -22% in Port St. Lucie |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $36,250 | -21% in Port St. Lucie |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Port St. Lucie cheaper to live in?
Port St. Lucie is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,470 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Port St. Lucie to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $55,230 a year gives the same standard of living in Port St. Lucie.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Port St. Lucie?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $86,979 in Port St. Lucie, 76% more in Arlington.
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