salaryGarland is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Sacramento to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,813
$2,152
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$1,950
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$94,176
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$506,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
106.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$3,842
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$127
👥 People living there
246,844
528,706
Commute to work
29.7 min
25.3 min
College degree
25.4%
37.1%
Own their home
61.6%
51.7%
Below poverty line
13%
13.9%
Unemployment
4.8%
6.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Sacramento for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or Sacramento cheaper to live in?
Garland is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,813 a month there versus $2,152 in Sacramento.
What salary do I need in Sacramento to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $65,943 a year gives the same standard of living in Sacramento.
Where do people earn more, Garland or Sacramento?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $94,176 in Sacramento, 13% more in Sacramento.