salaryAbout 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
$1,881
$1,813
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,690
$1,752
💵 Families earn per year
$88,510
$82,311
🔑 Buying a house
$385,700
$270,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,808
$4,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$126
$194
👥 People living there
903,844
246,844
Commute to work
24.7 min
29.7 min
College degree
48%
25.4%
Own their home
51%
61.6%
Below poverty line
11.7%
13%
Unemployment
4.6%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Charlotte for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Garland for lower rent, cheaper homes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Charlotte or Garland cheaper to live in?
Charlotte 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 Charlotte?
About $59,821 a year gives the same standard of living in Garland.
Where do people earn more, Charlotte or Garland?
The typical household earns $88,510 in Charlotte and $82,311 in Garland, 8% more in Charlotte.