salaryGarland is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Garland to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,651
$1,813
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,565
$1,752
💵 Families earn per year
$111,392
$82,311
🔑 Buying a house
$395,900
$270,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,982
$4,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$136
$194
👥 People living there
288,976
246,844
Commute to work
18.8 min
29.7 min
College degree
38.7%
25.4%
Own their home
63.9%
61.6%
Below poverty line
8.9%
13%
Unemployment
4.6%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Anchorage for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Garland for cheaper homes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Anchorage or Garland cheaper to live in?
Garland is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,813 a month there versus $1,651 in Anchorage.
What salary do I need in Garland to match $60,000 in Anchorage?
About $55,240 a year gives the same standard of living in Garland.
Where do people earn more, Anchorage or Garland?
The typical household earns $111,392 in Anchorage and $82,311 in Garland, 35% more in Anchorage.