salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Lubbock to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,301
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,195
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$65,675
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$212,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
91.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$3,333
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$184
👥 People living there
189,247
264,814
Commute to work
22.2 min
16.3 min
College degree
23.6%
35.1%
Own their home
50.7%
51.2%
Below poverty line
23.3%
18.9%
Unemployment
7.8%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Lubbock for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Lubbock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $77,360 | $47,000 | -39% in Lubbock |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,150 | $22,560 | -38% in Lubbock |
| Carpenter | $61,070 | $43,500 | -29% in Lubbock |
| Firefighter | $61,140 | $77,290 | +26% in Lubbock |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $59,220 | -25% in Lubbock |
| Plumber | $63,450 | $48,950 | -23% in Lubbock |
| Customer Service Representative | $45,420 | $35,940 | -21% in Lubbock |
| Market Research Analyst | $66,000 | $52,820 | -20% in Lubbock |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Lubbock cheaper to live in?
Akron and Lubbock cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Lubbock to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $58,681 a year gives the same standard of living in Lubbock.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Lubbock?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $65,675 in Lubbock, 21% more in Lubbock.