salaryGarland is 5% 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
$2,339
$1,813
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,738
$1,752
💵 Families earn per year
$84,235
$82,311
🔑 Buying a house
$373,500
$270,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.3
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,176
$4,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$194
👥 People living there
215,536
246,844
Commute to work
29.9 min
29.7 min
College degree
26.9%
25.4%
Own their home
77.2%
61.6%
Below poverty line
10.7%
13%
Unemployment
3.8%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Cape Coral for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Garland for lower rent, cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cape Coral or Garland cheaper to live in?
Garland is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,813 a month there versus $2,339 in Cape Coral.
What salary do I need in Garland to match $60,000 in Cape Coral?
About $56,898 a year gives the same standard of living in Garland.
Where do people earn more, Cape Coral or Garland?
The typical household earns $84,235 in Cape Coral and $82,311 in Garland, 2% more in Cape Coral.