salaryGarland is 15% 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
$2,109
$1,813
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,075
$1,752
💵 Families earn per year
$89,656
$82,311
🔑 Buying a house
$486,700
$270,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
114.2
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,516
$4,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$194
👥 People living there
185,604
246,844
Commute to work
26.1 min
29.7 min
College degree
40.8%
25.4%
Own their home
54.1%
61.6%
Below poverty line
15%
13%
Unemployment
5.3%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Lauderdale for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Garland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Lauderdale or Garland cheaper to live in?
Garland is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,813 a month there versus $2,109 in Fort Lauderdale.
What salary do I need in Garland to match $60,000 in Fort Lauderdale?
About $51,013 a year gives the same standard of living in Garland.
Where do people earn more, Fort Lauderdale or Garland?
The typical household earns $89,656 in Fort Lauderdale and $82,311 in Garland, 9% more in Fort Lauderdale.
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