salaryGarland is 10% 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
$3,112
$1,813
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,480
$1,752
💵 Families earn per year
$104,986
$82,311
🔑 Buying a house
$731,700
$270,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.3
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,456
$4,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$194
👥 People living there
666,442
246,844
Commute to work
30.3 min
29.7 min
College degree
54.9%
25.4%
Own their home
35.7%
61.6%
Below poverty line
16.6%
13%
Unemployment
6.1%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Boston for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Garland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Boston or Garland cheaper to live in?
Garland is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,813 a month there versus $3,112 in Boston.
What salary do I need in Garland to match $60,000 in Boston?
About $53,788 a year gives the same standard of living in Garland.
Where do people earn more, Boston or Garland?
The typical household earns $104,986 in Boston and $82,311 in Garland, 28% more in Boston.