salaryGarland is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Paradise to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,813
$1,532
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$1,510
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$63,836
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$384,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$1,553
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$142
👥 People living there
246,844
185,913
Commute to work
29.7 min
23.2 min
College degree
25.4%
24.1%
Own their home
61.6%
41.9%
Below poverty line
13%
17.6%
Unemployment
4.8%
9.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for higher incomes, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Paradise for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or Paradise cheaper to live in?
Garland is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,813 a month there versus $1,532 in Paradise.
What salary do I need in Paradise to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $61,952 a year gives the same standard of living in Paradise.
Where do people earn more, Garland or Paradise?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $63,836 in Paradise, 29% more in Garland.