salaryGarland is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Riverside to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,813
$2,420
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$2,020
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$98,192
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$584,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$3,428
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$163
👥 People living there
246,844
319,069
Commute to work
29.7 min
31.3 min
College degree
25.4%
25.7%
Own their home
61.6%
56.8%
Below poverty line
13%
12.2%
Unemployment
4.8%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Riverside for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or Riverside cheaper to live in?
Garland is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,813 a month there versus $2,420 in Riverside.
What salary do I need in Riverside to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $65,802 a year gives the same standard of living in Riverside.
Where do people earn more, Garland or Riverside?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $98,192 in Riverside, 16% more in Riverside.