salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Pittsburgh to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,813
$1,621
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$1,484
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$70,903
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$205,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
94.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$1,822
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$114
👥 People living there
246,844
304,759
Commute to work
29.7 min
22.7 min
College degree
25.4%
49.1%
Own their home
61.6%
47.7%
Below poverty line
13%
20.1%
Unemployment
4.8%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Pittsburgh for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or Pittsburgh cheaper to live in?
Garland and Pittsburgh cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Pittsburgh to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $58,525 a year gives the same standard of living in Pittsburgh.
Where do people earn more, Garland or Pittsburgh?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $70,903 in Pittsburgh, 16% more in Garland.