salaryArlington is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Diego to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$3,011
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$2,589
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$116,561
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$906,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
111.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$5,945
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$131
👥 People living there
236,254
1,389,526
Commute to work
26.2 min
23.5 min
College degree
77.1%
51%
Own their home
41.3%
47.3%
Below poverty line
7.4%
11%
Unemployment
3.3%
6%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick San Diego for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | San Diego | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $102,710 | $139,520 | +36% in San Diego |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $110,400 | +31% in San Diego |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $119,600 | -24% in San Diego |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $35,850 | -22% in San Diego |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $97,000 | +22% in San Diego |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,840 | $163,860 | +22% in San Diego |
| Carpenter | $60,800 | $73,200 | +20% in San Diego |
| Physician Assistant | $148,200 | $165,160 | +11% in San Diego |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or San Diego cheaper to live in?
Arlington is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,666 a month there versus $3,011 in San Diego.
What salary do I need in San Diego to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $61,655 a year gives the same standard of living in San Diego.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or San Diego?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $116,561 in San Diego, 31% more in Arlington.