salaryGlendale is 13% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Los Angeles to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,864
$2,498
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,633
$2,339
💵 Families earn per year
$79,302
$88,371
🔑 Buying a house
$387,500
$921,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,612
$6,050
⚡ Electric bill per month
$191
$151
👥 People living there
252,833
3,857,263
Commute to work
27.7 min
30.7 min
College degree
24.3%
38.5%
Own their home
57.2%
36%
Below poverty line
15.1%
16.5%
Unemployment
5.6%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Glendale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Los Angeles for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Glendale or Los Angeles cheaper to live in?
Glendale is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,864 a month there versus $2,498 in Los Angeles.
What salary do I need in Los Angeles to match $60,000 in Glendale?
About $67,681 a year gives the same standard of living in Los Angeles.
Where do people earn more, Glendale or Los Angeles?
The typical household earns $79,302 in Glendale and $88,371 in Los Angeles, 10% more in Los Angeles.