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
$1,797
$1,813
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$1,752
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$82,311
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$270,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$4,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$194
👥 People living there
291,467
246,844
Commute to work
22.3 min
29.7 min
College degree
57.3%
25.4%
Own their home
52.3%
61.6%
Below poverty line
11.7%
13%
Unemployment
3.8%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Garland for cheaper homes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Garland cheaper to live in?
Durham 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 Durham?
About $59,683 a year gives the same standard of living in Garland.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Garland?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $82,311 in Garland, 7% more in Durham.