salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Grand Prairie to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,932
$1,883
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,941
$1,758
💵 Families earn per year
$101,010
$88,026
🔑 Buying a house
$555,300
$295,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.1
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,024
$4,954
⚡ Electric bill per month
$134
$200
👥 People living there
979,539
201,883
Commute to work
23.7 min
28 min
College degree
59.6%
30%
Own their home
43.4%
58.7%
Below poverty line
12%
12.1%
Unemployment
4.7%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Austin for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Grand Prairie for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Austin or Grand Prairie cheaper to live in?
Austin and Grand Prairie cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Grand Prairie to match $60,000 in Austin?
About $59,383 a year gives the same standard of living in Grand Prairie.
Where do people earn more, Austin or Grand Prairie?
The typical household earns $101,010 in Austin and $88,026 in Grand Prairie, 15% more in Austin.