Arlington, Texas vs. Harlingen, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Harlingen, Texas is 29.9% cheaper than Arlington, Texas.

You would need a salary of $54,708 in Harlingen, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Harlingen, Texas is cheaper than Arlington, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Harlingen
than in Arlington, Texas
Arlington, TX vs. Harlingen, TX
Compared to Arlington, Harlingen is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  8.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.9% lower
  Commute
  36.4% lower
  Health
  0.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  28.8% lower