salaryGlendale is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Diego to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,864
$3,011
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,633
$2,589
💵 Families earn per year
$79,302
$116,561
🔑 Buying a house
$387,500
$906,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
111.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,612
$5,945
⚡ Electric bill per month
$191
$131
👥 People living there
252,833
1,389,526
Commute to work
27.7 min
23.5 min
College degree
24.3%
51%
Own their home
57.2%
47.3%
Below poverty line
15.1%
11%
Unemployment
5.6%
6%
Bottom line
- Pick Glendale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick San Diego for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Glendale or San Diego cheaper to live in?
Glendale is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,864 a month there versus $3,011 in San Diego.
What salary do I need in San Diego to match $60,000 in Glendale?
About $66,681 a year gives the same standard of living in San Diego.
Where do people earn more, Glendale or San Diego?
The typical household earns $79,302 in Glendale and $116,561 in San Diego, 32% more in San Diego.