salaryGlendale is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Phoenix to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,864
$1,893
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,633
$1,729
💵 Families earn per year
$79,302
$87,717
🔑 Buying a house
$387,500
$420,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,612
$1,850
⚡ Electric bill per month
$191
$181
👥 People living there
252,833
1,642,323
Commute to work
27.7 min
25.6 min
College degree
24.3%
33.6%
Own their home
57.2%
57.3%
Below poverty line
15.1%
13.7%
Unemployment
5.6%
5%
Bottom line
- Pick Glendale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Phoenix for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Glendale or Phoenix cheaper to live in?
Glendale is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,864 a month there versus $1,893 in Phoenix.
What salary do I need in Phoenix to match $60,000 in Glendale?
About $61,573 a year gives the same standard of living in Phoenix.
Where do people earn more, Glendale or Phoenix?
The typical household earns $79,302 in Glendale and $87,717 in Phoenix, 10% more in Phoenix.