salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Jose to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$3,046
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$2,897
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$157,922
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$1,233,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
110.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$9,393
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$168
👥 People living there
236,254
990,138
Commute to work
26.2 min
27.3 min
College degree
77.1%
47.3%
Own their home
41.3%
55.8%
Below poverty line
7.4%
8.1%
Unemployment
3.3%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick San Jose for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | San Jose | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $66,980 | $152,100 | +127% in San Jose |
| Registered Nurse | $102,710 | $216,740 | +111% in San Jose |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,840 | $231,560 | +72% in San Jose |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | $141,960 | +63% in San Jose |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $136,140 | +62% in San Jose |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $301,320 | +54% in San Jose |
| Physician Assistant | $148,200 | $223,640 | +51% in San Jose |
| Plumber | $71,860 | $107,560 | +50% in San Jose |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or San Jose cheaper to live in?
Arlington and San Jose cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in San Jose to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $60,848 a year gives the same standard of living in San Jose.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or San Jose?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $157,922 in San Jose, 3% more in San Jose.