salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Milwaukee to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,813
$1,284
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$1,170
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$58,491
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$184,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$3,668
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$156
👥 People living there
246,844
566,973
Commute to work
29.7 min
22.4 min
College degree
25.4%
27.4%
Own their home
61.6%
41.8%
Below poverty line
13%
22.8%
Unemployment
4.8%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Milwaukee for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or Milwaukee cheaper to live in?
Garland and Milwaukee cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Milwaukee to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $59,926 a year gives the same standard of living in Milwaukee.
Where do people earn more, Garland or Milwaukee?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $58,491 in Milwaukee, 41% more in Garland.