salaryGarland is 17% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Long Beach to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,813
$2,279
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$2,180
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$94,293
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$806,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$5,151
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$99
👥 People living there
246,844
455,548
Commute to work
29.7 min
29.9 min
College degree
25.4%
35.6%
Own their home
61.6%
41.2%
Below poverty line
13%
14.8%
Unemployment
4.8%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Long Beach for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or Long Beach cheaper to live in?
Garland is about 17% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,813 a month there versus $2,279 in Long Beach.
What salary do I need in Long Beach to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $70,206 a year gives the same standard of living in Long Beach.
Where do people earn more, Garland or Long Beach?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $94,293 in Long Beach, 13% more in Long Beach.