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
$1,347
$1,864
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,153
$1,633
💵 Families earn per year
$43,073
$79,302
🔑 Buying a house
$83,900
$387,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.3
100.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,402
$1,612
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$191
👥 People living there
638,530
252,833
Commute to work
24.8 min
27.7 min
College degree
18.1%
24.3%
Own their home
50.3%
57.2%
Below poverty line
32.7%
15.1%
Unemployment
14%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Detroit for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Glendale for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Detroit or Glendale cheaper to live in?
Detroit 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 Detroit?
About $60,227 a year gives the same standard of living in Glendale.
Where do people earn more, Detroit or Glendale?
The typical household earns $43,073 in Detroit and $79,302 in Glendale, 46% more in Glendale.