salaryGarland is 19% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Francisco to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,813
$3,201
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$3,312
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$152,036
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$1,394,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
115.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$9,862
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$104
👥 People living there
246,844
830,235
Commute to work
29.7 min
30.4 min
College degree
25.4%
60.3%
Own their home
61.6%
38.2%
Below poverty line
13%
11.2%
Unemployment
4.8%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick San Francisco for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or San Francisco cheaper to live in?
Garland is about 19% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,813 a month there versus $3,201 in San Francisco.
What salary do I need in San Francisco to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $71,471 a year gives the same standard of living in San Francisco.
Where do people earn more, Garland or San Francisco?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $152,036 in San Francisco, 46% more in San Francisco.