salaryGlendale is 15% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Oakland to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,864
$2,511
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,633
$2,352
💵 Families earn per year
$79,302
$109,576
🔑 Buying a house
$387,500
$929,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
115.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,612
$8,575
⚡ Electric bill per month
$191
$127
👥 People living there
252,833
439,418
Commute to work
27.7 min
29.8 min
College degree
24.3%
48.7%
Own their home
57.2%
42.3%
Below poverty line
15.1%
13.4%
Unemployment
5.6%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Glendale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Oakland for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Glendale or Oakland cheaper to live in?
Glendale is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,864 a month there versus $2,511 in Oakland.
What salary do I need in Oakland to match $60,000 in Glendale?
About $68,901 a year gives the same standard of living in Oakland.
Where do people earn more, Glendale or Oakland?
The typical household earns $79,302 in Glendale and $109,576 in Oakland, 28% more in Oakland.