salaryAugusta 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
$1,458
$1,813
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,752
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$82,311
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$270,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$4,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$194
👥 People living there
201,528
246,844
Commute to work
21.1 min
29.7 min
College degree
24.7%
25.4%
Own their home
50.8%
61.6%
Below poverty line
20.1%
13%
Unemployment
8.6%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Garland for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Garland cheaper to live in?
Augusta is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,458 a month there versus $1,813 in Garland.
What salary do I need in Garland to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $63,365 a year gives the same standard of living in Garland.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Garland?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $82,311 in Garland, 27% more in Garland.