Garland, TX Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Garland, Texas?
$4,380 / month
for a family, 18.9% less expensive than the national average A total of $52,560 for the year for a family.
$4,233 / month
for a single person, 11.2% less expensive than the national average A total of $50,800 for the year for a single person.

Garland cost of living score
100.2
More expensive
0.2% higher
than the US average
6.4% higher
than the Texas average
Garland, Texas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 100.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 0.2% higher than the U.S. average and 6.4% higher than the average for Texas.

Garland, TX

Housing costs in Garland?
A typical home costs $274,900, which is 18.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 7.6% less expensive than the average Texas home, at $297,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Garland costs $1,500 per month, which is 4.9% more than the national average of $1,430 and 14.7% more than the state average of $1,280.

Can I afford Garland?
To live comfortably in Garland, Texas, a minimum annual income of $52,560 for a family, and $50,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Garland?
Garland, Texas has plenty of attractions as well as a competitive cost-of-living that makes it worth considering. Homeowners can take advantage of different types of housing options ranging from low cost single family homes to modern townhouses - while renters also have access to some attractive deals these days too. Furthermore, groceries and transportation expenses remain quite reasonable compared with other US cities - giving you more bang out of your buck if you choose Garland as your home.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesGarlandTexasUnited States
    Unlock94.2100.0
  97.7  Unlock100.0
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  84.0  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$297,600$338,100
  100.0  Unlock100.0
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  107.8  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 12 years ago

The Garland PD has evolved into a very professional force.When I moved here in the mid 80s, it was ' cowboy cops'. As a volunteer I have worked with the PD and seen a  More

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Over 12 years ago

We moved to Garland in 1985 coming from 10 years in other countries, NY,CT,HI,OR. I saw potential and must commend out police , fire water and sanitation depts. The  More

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Over 14 years ago

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