salaryGarland is 7% 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
$1,619
$1,813
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,752
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$82,311
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$270,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$4,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$194
👥 People living there
573,243
246,844
Commute to work
29.1 min
29.7 min
College degree
36.1%
25.4%
Own their home
47.5%
61.6%
Below poverty line
19.7%
13%
Unemployment
6.5%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Garland for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Garland cheaper to live in?
Garland is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,813 a month there versus $1,619 in Baltimore.
What salary do I need in Garland to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $55,733 a year gives the same standard of living in Garland.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Garland?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $82,311 in Garland, 19% more in Garland.