Denton, Texas vs. Arlington, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arlington, Texas is 3.6% more expensive than Denton, Texas.

You would need a salary of $46,619 in Arlington, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Denton, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Texas is more expensive than Denton, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
28% more expensive in Arlington
than in Denton, Texas
Denton, TX vs. Arlington, TX
Compared to Denton, Arlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.6% higher
      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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% higher
  Commute
  28.3% higher
  Health
  1.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% higher