salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Antonio to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,813
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$1,457
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$70,163
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$235,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
94.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$4,122
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$179
👥 People living there
246,844
1,479,835
Commute to work
29.7 min
24.5 min
College degree
25.4%
29%
Own their home
61.6%
52.2%
Below poverty line
13%
17.1%
Unemployment
4.8%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick San Antonio for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or San Antonio cheaper to live in?
Garland and San Antonio cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in San Antonio to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $58,553 a year gives the same standard of living in San Antonio.
Where do people earn more, Garland or San Antonio?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $70,163 in San Antonio, 17% more in Garland.