salaryGarland is 12% cheaperBased 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
$2,334
$1,813
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,799
$1,752
💵 Families earn per year
$110,892
$82,311
🔑 Buying a house
$586,800
$270,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,801
$4,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$194
👥 People living there
214,169
246,844
Commute to work
33.4 min
29.7 min
College degree
21.4%
25.4%
Own their home
66.8%
61.6%
Below poverty line
9.9%
13%
Unemployment
6.5%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Fontana for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Garland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fontana or Garland cheaper to live in?
Garland is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,813 a month there versus $2,334 in Fontana.
What salary do I need in Garland to match $60,000 in Fontana?
About $52,596 a year gives the same standard of living in Garland.
Where do people earn more, Fontana or Garland?
The typical household earns $110,892 in Fontana and $82,311 in Garland, 35% more in Fontana.