salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Long Beach to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,597
$2,279
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,498
$2,180
💵 Families earn per year
$95,332
$94,293
🔑 Buying a house
$1,102,300
$806,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,679
$5,151
⚡ Electric bill per month
$174
$99
👥 People living there
190,748
455,548
Commute to work
27.1 min
29.9 min
College degree
47.2%
35.6%
Own their home
35.2%
41.2%
Below poverty line
12.9%
14.8%
Unemployment
8.3%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Glendale for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Long Beach for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Glendale | Long Beach | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $135,560 | 0% in Long Beach |
| Nurse Practitioner | $161,470 | $161,470 | 0% in Long Beach |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $79,310 | $79,310 | 0% in Long Beach |
| Nursing Assistant | $47,380 | $47,380 | 0% in Long Beach |
| Medical Assistant | $47,760 | $47,760 | 0% in Long Beach |
| Pharmacist | $157,440 | $157,440 | 0% in Long Beach |
| Physician Assistant | $161,890 | $161,890 | 0% in Long Beach |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | $122,980 | 0% in Long Beach |
Frequently asked questions
Is Glendale or Long Beach cheaper to live in?
Glendale and Long Beach cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Long Beach to match $60,000 in Glendale?
About $60,000 a year gives the same standard of living in Long Beach.
Where do people earn more, Glendale or Long Beach?
The typical household earns $95,332 in Glendale and $94,293 in Long Beach, 1% more in Glendale.