salaryIrving is 9% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Irving to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,597
$1,892
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,498
$1,827
💵 Families earn per year
$95,332
$88,254
🔑 Buying a house
$1,102,300
$315,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,679
$4,752
⚡ Electric bill per month
$174
$159
👥 People living there
190,748
256,492
Commute to work
27.1 min
24.1 min
College degree
47.2%
42.4%
Own their home
35.2%
38.1%
Below poverty line
12.9%
11%
Unemployment
8.3%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Glendale for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Irving for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Glendale | Irving | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $65,070 | -36% in Irving |
| Carpenter | $75,740 | $48,740 | -36% in Irving |
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $64,900 | -34% in Irving |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,850 | $24,160 | -33% in Irving |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $101,420 | -25% in Irving |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $92,910 | -24% in Irving |
| Electrician | $73,810 | $59,010 | -20% in Irving |
| HVAC Technician | $73,830 | $59,560 | -19% in Irving |
Frequently asked questions
Is Glendale or Irving cheaper to live in?
Irving is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,892 a month there versus $2,597 in Glendale.
What salary do I need in Irving to match $60,000 in Glendale?
About $54,465 a year gives the same standard of living in Irving.
Where do people earn more, Glendale or Irving?
The typical household earns $95,332 in Glendale and $88,254 in Irving, 8% more in Glendale.