salaryGarland is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Philadelphia to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,813
$1,814
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$1,623
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$66,816
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$243,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
102.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$2,003
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$112
👥 People living there
246,844
1,579,706
Commute to work
29.7 min
31.7 min
College degree
25.4%
35.4%
Own their home
61.6%
51.8%
Below poverty line
13%
21.4%
Unemployment
4.8%
8.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
- Pick Philadelphia for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or Philadelphia cheaper to live in?
Garland is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,813 a month there versus $1,814 in Philadelphia.
What salary do I need in Philadelphia to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $63,398 a year gives the same standard of living in Philadelphia.
Where do people earn more, Garland or Philadelphia?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $66,816 in Philadelphia, 23% more in Garland.