Fayetteville is 23% cheaperBased 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
$1,530
$2,597
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,235
$2,498
💵 Families earn per year
$62,992
$95,332
🔑 Buying a house
$188,000
$1,102,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.0
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,915
$6,679
⚡ Electric bill per month
$190
$174
👥 People living there
210,815
190,748
Commute to work
19.1 min
27.1 min
College degree
29%
47.2%
Own their home
47.4%
35.2%
Below poverty line
17.7%
12.9%
Unemployment
7.9%
8.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Fayetteville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Glendale for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fayetteville | Glendale | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $36,820 | $98,050 | +166% in Glendale |
| Police Officer | $48,160 | $121,980 | +153% in Glendale |
| Elementary School Teacher | $54,350 | $101,860 | +87% in Glendale |
| Lawyer | $107,950 | $194,410 | +80% in Glendale |
| Registered Nurse | $83,060 | $135,560 | +63% in Glendale |
| Carpenter | $46,800 | $75,740 | +62% in Glendale |
| Market Research Analyst | $57,730 | $82,990 | +44% in Glendale |
| Customer Service Representative | $35,130 | $48,840 | +39% in Glendale |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fayetteville or Glendale cheaper to live in?
Fayetteville is about 23% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,530 a month there versus $2,597 in Glendale.
What salary do I need in Glendale to match $60,000 in Fayetteville?
About $74,082 a year gives the same standard of living in Glendale.
Where do people earn more, Fayetteville or Glendale?
The typical household earns $62,992 in Fayetteville and $95,332 in Glendale, 34% more in Glendale.