salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Amarillo to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,219
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,128
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$71,086
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$196,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
91.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$3,000
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$145
👥 People living there
189,247
201,885
Commute to work
22.2 min
19.6 min
College degree
23.6%
26.6%
Own their home
50.7%
59.7%
Below poverty line
23.3%
15.8%
Unemployment
7.8%
3.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Amarillo for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Amarillo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,150 | $22,710 | -37% in Amarillo |
| Electrician | $77,360 | $54,360 | -30% in Amarillo |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $61,170 | -22% in Amarillo |
| Carpenter | $61,070 | $47,780 | -22% in Amarillo |
| Firefighter | $61,140 | $48,420 | -21% in Amarillo |
| Civil Engineer | $94,450 | $75,910 | -20% in Amarillo |
| HVAC Technician | $61,090 | $49,840 | -18% in Amarillo |
| Restaurant Cook | $36,030 | $30,560 | -15% in Amarillo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Amarillo cheaper to live in?
Akron and Amarillo cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Amarillo to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $59,004 a year gives the same standard of living in Amarillo.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Amarillo?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $71,086 in Amarillo, 27% more in Amarillo.