salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Grand Prairie to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,813
$1,883
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$1,758
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$88,026
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$295,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$4,954
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$200
👥 People living there
246,844
201,883
Commute to work
29.7 min
28 min
College degree
25.4%
30%
Own their home
61.6%
58.7%
Below poverty line
13%
12.1%
Unemployment
4.8%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Grand Prairie for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or Grand Prairie cheaper to live in?
Garland and Grand Prairie cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Grand Prairie to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $60,000 a year gives the same standard of living in Grand Prairie.
Where do people earn more, Garland or Grand Prairie?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $88,026 in Grand Prairie, 6% more in Grand Prairie.