Garland, TX vs Pearland, TX

Garland is moderately more affordable than Pearland, with a 11.1% lower cost of living index. Garland scores 103 compared to 115 for Pearland, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Pearland can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Garland is $1,525/month compared to $1,759/month in Pearland — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Garland is more affordable at $248,900 median vs $330,900.

Median household income in Garland is $74,717 compared to $112,470 in Pearland (-33.6%). While Pearland is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Garland spend roughly 24.5% of their income on rent, more than the 18.8% in Pearland.

Climate-wise, Pearland is notably warmer with an average of 71.3°F compared to 68°F in Garland. Pearland receives more rainfall at 53.3" per year compared to 38.3" in Garland.