About the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Plano to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,864
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,633
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$79,302
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$387,500
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,612
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$191
$176
👥 People living there
252,833
290,594
Commute to work
27.7 min
25.4 min
College degree
24.3%
60.5%
Own their home
57.2%
56.9%
Below poverty line
15.1%
6.8%
Unemployment
5.6%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Glendale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Plano for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Glendale or Plano cheaper to live in?
Glendale and Plano cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in Glendale?
About $61,438 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, Glendale or Plano?
The typical household earns $79,302 in Glendale and $121,065 in Plano, 34% more in Plano.