salaryAustin is 3% cheaperBased 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
$1,932
$1,864
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,941
$1,633
💵 Families earn per year
$101,010
$79,302
🔑 Buying a house
$555,300
$387,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.1
100.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,024
$1,612
⚡ Electric bill per month
$134
$191
👥 People living there
979,539
252,833
Commute to work
23.7 min
27.7 min
College degree
59.6%
24.3%
Own their home
43.4%
57.2%
Below poverty line
12%
15.1%
Unemployment
4.7%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Austin for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Glendale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Austin or Glendale cheaper to live in?
Austin is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,932 a month there versus $1,864 in Glendale.
What salary do I need in Glendale to match $60,000 in Austin?
About $61,597 a year gives the same standard of living in Glendale.
Where do people earn more, Austin or Glendale?
The typical household earns $101,010 in Austin and $79,302 in Glendale, 27% more in Austin.