salaryMontgomery is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Montgomery to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,813
$1,304
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$1,085
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$61,271
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$161,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
89.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$643
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$185
👥 People living there
246,844
197,494
Commute to work
29.7 min
20.7 min
College degree
25.4%
33.8%
Own their home
61.6%
54.4%
Below poverty line
13%
21.5%
Unemployment
4.8%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or Montgomery cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $1,813 in Garland.
What salary do I need in Montgomery to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $55,441 a year gives the same standard of living in Montgomery.
Where do people earn more, Garland or Montgomery?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $61,271 in Montgomery, 34% more in Garland.