About the sameBased 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
$1,711
$1,813
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,537
$1,752
💵 Families earn per year
$90,490
$82,311
🔑 Buying a house
$484,800
$270,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.4
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,883
$4,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$93
$194
👥 People living there
237,242
246,844
Commute to work
18.9 min
29.7 min
College degree
47.5%
25.4%
Own their home
63.2%
61.6%
Below poverty line
10.6%
13%
Unemployment
3.6%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Boise City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Garland for cheaper homes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Boise City or Garland cheaper to live in?
Boise City and Garland cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Garland to match $60,000 in Boise City?
About $59,187 a year gives the same standard of living in Garland.
Where do people earn more, Boise City or Garland?
The typical household earns $90,490 in Boise City and $82,311 in Garland, 10% more in Boise City.