salaryLittle Rock is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Little Rock to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,813
$1,277
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$1,175
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$67,949
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$236,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
89.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$1,902
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$154
👥 People living there
246,844
203,436
Commute to work
29.7 min
18.5 min
College degree
25.4%
44.6%
Own their home
61.6%
53.5%
Below poverty line
13%
17.5%
Unemployment
4.8%
4.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Little Rock for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or Little Rock cheaper to live in?
Little Rock is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,277 a month there versus $1,813 in Garland.
What salary do I need in Little Rock to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $55,244 a year gives the same standard of living in Little Rock.
Where do people earn more, Garland or Little Rock?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $67,949 in Little Rock, 21% more in Garland.