salaryGarland is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Worcester to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,813
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$149
👥 People living there
246,844
207,055
Commute to work
29.7 min
24.1 min
College degree
25.4%
35.2%
Own their home
61.6%
42.8%
Below poverty line
13%
19.6%
Unemployment
4.8%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for lower rent, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Worcester for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Garland is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,813 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $63,379 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Garland or Worcester?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $75,605 in Worcester, 9% more in Garland.