salaryGarland is 19% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Oakland to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,813
$2,511
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$2,352
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$109,576
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$929,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
115.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$8,575
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$127
👥 People living there
246,844
439,418
Commute to work
29.7 min
29.8 min
College degree
25.4%
48.7%
Own their home
61.6%
42.3%
Below poverty line
13%
13.4%
Unemployment
4.8%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Oakland for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or Oakland cheaper to live in?
Garland is about 19% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,813 a month there versus $2,511 in Oakland.
What salary do I need in Oakland to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $71,471 a year gives the same standard of living in Oakland.
Where do people earn more, Garland or Oakland?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $109,576 in Oakland, 25% more in Oakland.