salaryAbout 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
$1,999
$1,864
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,921
$1,633
💵 Families earn per year
$92,376
$79,302
🔑 Buying a house
$439,600
$387,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.1
100.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,231
$1,612
⚡ Electric bill per month
$128
$191
👥 People living there
505,268
252,833
Commute to work
26.5 min
27.7 min
College degree
59.2%
24.3%
Own their home
46.4%
57.2%
Below poverty line
16.9%
15.1%
Unemployment
5.9%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Atlanta for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Glendale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Atlanta or Glendale cheaper to live in?
Atlanta 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 Atlanta?
About $60,371 a year gives the same standard of living in Glendale.
Where do people earn more, Atlanta or Glendale?
The typical household earns $92,376 in Atlanta and $79,302 in Glendale, 16% more in Atlanta.