Here's what it costs to live in Garland, Texas, based on the latest US government data. Renters pay a median of $1,525 per month, while the typical home is valued around $248,900. Households earn a median of $74,717 per year, leaving rent at a manageable share of income for many residents. Air quality is good, with an average AQI of 44. The figures below cover housing, local wages by occupation, demographics, and air quality, all drawn from the US Census Bureau, BEA, HUD, and EPA.
Median Household Income
$74,717
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$1,525
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$248,900
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
N/A
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
1BR Fair Market Rent
N/A
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
N/A
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
N/A
HUD FMR
HUD Fair Market Rent = 40th percentile gross rent · FY2024
State Income Tax
None
No state income tax on wages
State Sales Tax
6.25%
Statewide base rate (local add-ons may apply)
Source: Tax Foundation (2024)
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| 💻Software Developer | N/A |
| 🏥Registered Nurse | N/A |
| 📚Elementary Teacher | N/A |
| ⚡Electrician | N/A |
| 📊Accountant | N/A |
Source: BLS OEWS 2023 (metro-level data)
Population
245,298
Latest estimate
Median Age
34.7 yrs
Census ACS
Average AQI
44.0
Source: EPA AirNow
What is the cost of living index for Garland?
The cost of living index for Garland is not yet available in our database.
What is the median rent in Garland?
The median gross rent in Garland is $1,525 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in Garland?
The median household income in Garland is $74,717 per year.
What is the median home value in Garland?
The median home value in Garland is $248,900 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in Garland?
Garland has an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 44.0, which is rated "Good" by the EPA. Lower AQI values indicate cleaner air.
What are the taxes like in Garland?
Texas has no state income tax on wages and a statewide sales tax of 6.25% (local rates may add to this). Source: Tax Foundation, 2024.
Data last updated: December 1, 2024 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, EPA AirNow, Tax Foundation · Methodology