salaryGarland is 17% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Los Angeles to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,813
$2,498
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$2,339
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$88,371
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$921,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$6,050
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$151
👥 People living there
246,844
3,857,263
Commute to work
29.7 min
30.7 min
College degree
25.4%
38.5%
Own their home
61.6%
36%
Below poverty line
13%
16.5%
Unemployment
4.8%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Los Angeles for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or Los Angeles cheaper to live in?
Garland is about 17% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,813 a month there versus $2,498 in Los Angeles.
What salary do I need in Los Angeles to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $70,206 a year gives the same standard of living in Los Angeles.
Where do people earn more, Garland or Los Angeles?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $88,371 in Los Angeles, 7% more in Los Angeles.