salaryGarland is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Modesto to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,813
$1,988
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$1,761
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$86,162
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$442,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
104.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$2,835
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$166
👥 People living there
246,844
219,215
Commute to work
29.7 min
30.2 min
College degree
25.4%
21.2%
Own their home
61.6%
58.9%
Below poverty line
13%
13.3%
Unemployment
4.8%
7.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Modesto for higher incomes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or Modesto cheaper to live in?
Garland is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,813 a month there versus $1,988 in Modesto.
What salary do I need in Modesto to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $64,359 a year gives the same standard of living in Modesto.
Where do people earn more, Garland or Modesto?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $86,162 in Modesto, 4% more in Modesto.