salaryMontgomery is 15% cheaperBased 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
$1,304
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,085
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$61,271
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$161,900
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.7
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$643
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$185
$176
👥 People living there
197,494
290,594
Commute to work
20.7 min
25.4 min
College degree
33.8%
60.5%
Own their home
54.4%
56.9%
Below poverty line
21.5%
6.8%
Unemployment
6.4%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Plano for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Montgomery | Plano | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $48,490 | $92,910 | +92% in Plano |
| Dental Hygienist | $60,120 | $101,870 | +69% in Plano |
| Lawyer | $125,290 | $168,510 | +34% in Plano |
| Firefighter | $48,780 | $64,900 | +33% in Plano |
| Physician Assistant | $102,040 | $134,900 | +32% in Plano |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $94,540 | $122,520 | +30% in Plano |
| Registered Nurse | $79,570 | $101,420 | +27% in Plano |
| Nurse Practitioner | $105,050 | $130,980 | +25% in Plano |
Frequently asked questions
Is Montgomery or Plano cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $2,010 in Plano.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in Montgomery?
About $68,970 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, Montgomery or Plano?
The typical household earns $61,271 in Montgomery and $121,065 in Plano, 49% more in Plano.