salaryGarland is 4% 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
$2,018
$1,813
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,407
$1,752
💵 Families earn per year
$86,862
$82,311
🔑 Buying a house
$371,700
$270,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.9
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,619
$4,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$203
$194
👥 People living there
411,986
246,844
Commute to work
23.6 min
29.7 min
College degree
23.6%
25.4%
Own their home
60.6%
61.6%
Below poverty line
16.3%
13%
Unemployment
7%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Bakersfield for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, shorter commutes.
- Pick Garland for lower rent, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Bakersfield or Garland cheaper to live in?
Garland is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,813 a month there versus $2,018 in Bakersfield.
What salary do I need in Garland to match $60,000 in Bakersfield?
About $57,723 a year gives the same standard of living in Garland.
Where do people earn more, Bakersfield or Garland?
The typical household earns $86,862 in Bakersfield and $82,311 in Garland, 6% more in Bakersfield.