salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$2,808
$2,597
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,306
$2,498
💵 Families earn per year
$116,513
$95,332
🔑 Buying a house
$758,700
$1,102,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
111.9
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,058
$6,679
⚡ Electric bill per month
$137
$174
👥 People living there
276,375
190,748
Commute to work
28.6 min
27.1 min
College degree
33.2%
47.2%
Own their home
59.8%
35.2%
Below poverty line
8.7%
12.9%
Unemployment
8%
8.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Chula Vista for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Glendale for lower rent, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chula Vista | Glendale | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $70,900 | $98,050 | +38% in Glendale |
| Police Officer | $110,400 | $121,980 | +10% in Glendale |
| Lawyer | $178,220 | $194,410 | +9% in Glendale |
| Operations Manager | $119,600 | $125,830 | +5% in Glendale |
| Elementary School Teacher | $97,000 | $101,860 | +5% in Glendale |
| Pharmacist | $165,130 | $157,440 | -5% in Glendale |
| Market Research Analyst | $79,440 | $82,990 | +4% in Glendale |
| Restaurant Cook | $46,440 | $44,460 | -4% in Glendale |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chula Vista or Glendale cheaper to live in?
Chula Vista and Glendale cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Glendale to match $60,000 in Chula Vista?
About $60,900 a year gives the same standard of living in Glendale.
Where do people earn more, Chula Vista or Glendale?
The typical household earns $116,513 in Chula Vista and $95,332 in Glendale, 22% more in Chula Vista.