Arlington, TX variant. This is a Arlington, TX-specific version of the Salary Calculator, using pre-defined local figures (tax rates, median home and income values, and typical regional costs). For the full formula, methodology, and FAQ, open the main Salary Calculator.
A salary in Arlington must be weighed against a cost-of-living index of 95 (US avg = 100) and a $290,000 median home. The same paycheck stretches very differently here than in a cheaper metro.
Salary vs. cost of living in Arlington
Arlington's cost-of-living index of 95 means goods and housing cost about 5% less than the national average. To match a $60,000 lifestyle elsewhere you'd need roughly $57,000 here.
The $70,071 local median income and $1,700/month median rent set realistic expectations for Arlington.
About Arlington, TX
Arlington is in Texas, which has no state personal income tax, though property and sales taxes apply.
Arlington's home prices are moderate within the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
Arlington sits between Dallas and Fort Worth and is known for its sports and entertainment venues, with a cost of living below the national average.
Worked example: cost-of-living adjustment
A $70,000 offer in Arlington (index 95) has the buying power of about $73,684 in an average-cost city. Rent alone runs ~$20,400/year.
Quick reference
- Median home value: $290,000
- Median rent: $1,700/mo
- Median household income: $70,071
- Local sales tax: 8%
- Effective property tax rate: 2.05%
- Cost of living index: 95 (US avg = 100)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Arlington expensive?
Its cost-of-living index is 95 vs. the US average of 100, so it's below average.
What salary do I need in Arlington?
Scale your target lifestyle by the 95 index - e.g., $57,000 to match a $60k lifestyle.