salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Rochester to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,813
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$155
👥 People living there
246,844
208,772
Commute to work
29.7 min
19.3 min
College degree
25.4%
30%
Own their home
61.6%
38.1%
Below poverty line
13%
27.8%
Unemployment
4.8%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Rochester for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Garland and Rochester cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Rochester to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $59,986 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Garland or Rochester?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $50,919 in Rochester, 62% more in Garland.