salaryKnoxville is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Knoxville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,813
$1,544
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$1,305
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$58,281
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$239,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$1,527
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$180
👥 People living there
246,844
195,185
Commute to work
29.7 min
20.2 min
College degree
25.4%
34.6%
Own their home
61.6%
46.6%
Below poverty line
13%
20.2%
Unemployment
4.8%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Knoxville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or Knoxville cheaper to live in?
Knoxville is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,544 a month there versus $1,813 in Garland.
What salary do I need in Knoxville to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $57,226 a year gives the same standard of living in Knoxville.
Where do people earn more, Garland or Knoxville?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $58,281 in Knoxville, 41% more in Garland.