salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Augusta to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$1,458
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,147
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$59,841
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$178,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
91.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$1,520
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$176
👥 People living there
201,885
201,528
Commute to work
19.6 min
21.1 min
College degree
26.6%
24.7%
Own their home
59.7%
50.8%
Below poverty line
15.8%
20.1%
Unemployment
3.4%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Augusta for cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Augusta | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $103,010 | +36% in Augusta |
| Police Officer | $78,900 | $58,390 | -26% in Augusta |
| Carpenter | $47,780 | $58,930 | +23% in Augusta |
| Operations Manager | $85,770 | $102,360 | +19% in Augusta |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $18,390 | -19% in Augusta |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $97,620 | $84,230 | -14% in Augusta |
| Physician Assistant | $132,990 | $117,240 | -12% in Augusta |
| Truck Driver | $54,290 | $47,920 | -12% in Augusta |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Augusta cheaper to live in?
Amarillo and Augusta cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Augusta to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $60,054 a year gives the same standard of living in Augusta.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Augusta?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $59,841 in Augusta, 19% more in Amarillo.