salaryAmarillo is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Grand Prairie to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$1,883
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,758
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$88,026
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$295,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$4,954
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$200
👥 People living there
201,885
201,883
Commute to work
19.6 min
28 min
College degree
26.6%
30%
Own their home
59.7%
58.7%
Below poverty line
15.8%
12.1%
Unemployment
3.4%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Grand Prairie for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Grand Prairie cheaper to live in?
Amarillo is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,219 a month there versus $1,883 in Grand Prairie.
What salary do I need in Grand Prairie to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $63,422 a year gives the same standard of living in Grand Prairie.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Grand Prairie?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $88,026 in Grand Prairie, 19% more in Grand Prairie.
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