salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Raleigh to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,813
$1,822
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$1,658
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$92,099
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$415,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
98.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$3,048
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$133
👥 People living there
246,844
481,031
Commute to work
29.7 min
23 min
College degree
25.4%
54%
Own their home
61.6%
50.7%
Below poverty line
13%
11.9%
Unemployment
4.8%
4.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for lower rent, cheaper homes.
- Pick Raleigh for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or Raleigh cheaper to live in?
Garland and Raleigh cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Raleigh to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $60,680 a year gives the same standard of living in Raleigh.
Where do people earn more, Garland or Raleigh?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $92,099 in Raleigh, 11% more in Raleigh.