Cost of Living in Garland, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
129.0
100 = national avg
+29.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,754
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$134,146
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing159.9
Food107.1
Transportation117.6
Healthcare105.7
Utilities116.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,648
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,931
per month
The overall cost of living index in Garland is 129.0, which is 29.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 159.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,754 per year to cover basic expenses.