salaryGarland is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in St. Paul to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,813
$1,443
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$1,553
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$79,155
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$294,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
104.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$3,822
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$143
👥 People living there
246,844
307,284
Commute to work
29.7 min
21.1 min
College degree
25.4%
43.8%
Own their home
61.6%
52.9%
Below poverty line
13%
15.6%
Unemployment
4.8%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for higher incomes, cheaper homes, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick St. Paul for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or St. Paul cheaper to live in?
Garland is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,813 a month there versus $1,443 in St. Paul.
What salary do I need in St. Paul to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $64,800 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Paul.
Where do people earn more, Garland or St. Paul?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $79,155 in St. Paul, 4% more in Garland.