salaryGlendale is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Glendale to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$3,112
$1,864
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,480
$1,633
💵 Families earn per year
$104,986
$79,302
🔑 Buying a house
$731,700
$387,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.3
100.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,456
$1,612
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$191
👥 People living there
666,442
252,833
Commute to work
30.3 min
27.7 min
College degree
54.9%
24.3%
Own their home
35.7%
57.2%
Below poverty line
16.6%
15.1%
Unemployment
6.1%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Boston for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Glendale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Boston or Glendale cheaper to live in?
Glendale is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,864 a month there versus $3,112 in Boston.
What salary do I need in Glendale to match $60,000 in Boston?
About $55,794 a year gives the same standard of living in Glendale.
Where do people earn more, Boston or Glendale?
The typical household earns $104,986 in Boston and $79,302 in Glendale, 32% more in Boston.