Arlington, Texas vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 21.7% cheaper than Arlington, Texas.

You would need a salary of $53,226 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is cheaper than Arlington, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% cheaper in Waco
than in Arlington, Texas
Arlington, TX vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Arlington, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.7% 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
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  36.9% lower
  Health
  1.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.3% lower