salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Fayetteville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$1,530
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,235
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$62,992
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$188,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
92.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$1,915
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$190
👥 People living there
201,885
210,815
Commute to work
19.6 min
19.1 min
College degree
26.6%
29%
Own their home
59.7%
47.4%
Below poverty line
15.8%
17.7%
Unemployment
3.4%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Fayetteville for cheaper homes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Fayetteville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $78,900 | $48,160 | -39% in Fayetteville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $29,520 | +30% in Fayetteville |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $96,080 | +27% in Fayetteville |
| Firefighter | $48,420 | $36,820 | -24% in Fayetteville |
| Lawyer | $130,580 | $107,950 | -17% in Fayetteville |
| Operations Manager | $85,770 | $96,970 | +13% in Fayetteville |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $56,220 | +13% in Fayetteville |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,170 | $54,350 | -11% in Fayetteville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Fayetteville cheaper to live in?
Amarillo and Fayetteville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Fayetteville to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $60,103 a year gives the same standard of living in Fayetteville.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Fayetteville?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $62,992 in Fayetteville, 13% more in Amarillo.