salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Richmond to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,813
$1,644
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$1,520
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$69,657
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$353,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$3,150
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$141
👥 People living there
246,844
229,359
Commute to work
29.7 min
21.7 min
College degree
25.4%
45.6%
Own their home
61.6%
43.5%
Below poverty line
13%
18.2%
Unemployment
4.8%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for higher incomes, cheaper homes, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Richmond for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or Richmond cheaper to live in?
Garland and Richmond cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Richmond to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $60,495 a year gives the same standard of living in Richmond.
Where do people earn more, Garland or Richmond?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $69,657 in Richmond, 18% more in Garland.