About the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Glendale to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,566
$2,597
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,395
$2,498
💵 Families earn per year
$102,702
$95,332
🔑 Buying a house
$831,200
$1,102,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,363
$6,679
⚡ Electric bill per month
$152
$174
👥 People living there
344,521
190,748
Commute to work
27.4 min
27.1 min
College degree
29.7%
47.2%
Own their home
46.2%
35.2%
Below poverty line
12.4%
12.9%
Unemployment
5.8%
8.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Anaheim for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Glendale for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anaheim | Glendale | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $135,560 | 0% in Glendale |
| Nurse Practitioner | $161,470 | $161,470 | 0% in Glendale |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $79,310 | $79,310 | 0% in Glendale |
| Nursing Assistant | $47,380 | $47,380 | 0% in Glendale |
| Medical Assistant | $47,760 | $47,760 | 0% in Glendale |
| Pharmacist | $157,440 | $157,440 | 0% in Glendale |
| Physician Assistant | $161,890 | $161,890 | 0% in Glendale |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | $122,980 | 0% in Glendale |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anaheim or Glendale cheaper to live in?
Anaheim and Glendale cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Glendale to match $60,000 in Anaheim?
About $60,000 a year gives the same standard of living in Glendale.
Where do people earn more, Anaheim or Glendale?
The typical household earns $102,702 in Anaheim and $95,332 in Glendale, 8% more in Anaheim.