salaryGarland is 6% 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
$1,648
$1,813
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,752
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$82,311
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$270,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$4,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$194
👥 People living there
397,742
246,844
Commute to work
26.6 min
29.7 min
College degree
32.6%
25.4%
Own their home
54.3%
61.6%
Below poverty line
12.9%
13%
Unemployment
5.7%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 2 more.
- Pick Garland for higher incomes, cheaper homes, lower unemployment.
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Garland cheaper to live in?
Garland is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,813 a month there versus $1,648 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Garland to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $56,489 a year gives the same standard of living in Garland.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Garland?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $82,311 in Garland, 2% more in Garland.