salaryTempe is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tempe to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$146
👥 People living there
236,254
188,065
Commute to work
26.2 min
20.9 min
College degree
77.1%
50%
Own their home
41.3%
42.3%
Below poverty line
7.4%
15.8%
Unemployment
3.3%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Tempe for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $98,610 | -37% in Tempe |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $135,670 | -30% in Tempe |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $59,180 | -26% in Tempe |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $80,820 | -21% in Tempe |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $61,210 | -19% in Tempe |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $103,770 | -18% in Tempe |
| Software Developer | $154,930 | $131,750 | -15% in Tempe |
| HVAC Technician | $71,920 | $61,170 | -15% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Tempe is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,953 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $56,932 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Tempe?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $85,917 in Tempe, 78% more in Arlington.