salarySpokane is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Spokane to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,489
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,351
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$75,564
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$363,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
100.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$2,947
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$139
👥 People living there
236,254
230,293
Commute to work
26.2 min
20.6 min
College degree
77.1%
33.9%
Own their home
41.3%
58.8%
Below poverty line
7.4%
13.8%
Unemployment
3.3%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Spokane for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Spokane | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $123,880 | -37% in Spokane |
| Firefighter | $66,980 | $83,310 | +24% in Spokane |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $98,800 | +24% in Spokane |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $119,420 | -24% in Spokane |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | $70,390 | -19% in Spokane |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $104,180 | -18% in Spokane |
| Software Developer | $154,930 | $130,690 | -16% in Spokane |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $86,350 | -15% in Spokane |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Spokane cheaper to live in?
Spokane is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,489 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Spokane to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $55,295 a year gives the same standard of living in Spokane.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Spokane?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $75,564 in Spokane, 103% more in Arlington.