salaryAmarillo is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Grand Rapids to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$1,751
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,396
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$74,533
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$244,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
95.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$2,493
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$100
👥 People living there
201,885
198,535
Commute to work
19.6 min
19 min
College degree
26.6%
41.6%
Own their home
59.7%
54%
Below poverty line
15.8%
16.9%
Unemployment
3.4%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Grand Rapids for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Grand Rapids | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $42,930 | +89% in Grand Rapids |
| Plumber | $55,970 | $80,440 | +44% in Grand Rapids |
| Carpenter | $47,780 | $59,000 | +23% in Grand Rapids |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,560 | $37,360 | +22% in Grand Rapids |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $92,600 | +22% in Grand Rapids |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $60,190 | +21% in Grand Rapids |
| Retail Salesperson | $29,310 | $34,800 | +19% in Grand Rapids |
| Operations Manager | $85,770 | $101,720 | +19% in Grand Rapids |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Grand Rapids cheaper to live in?
Amarillo is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,219 a month there versus $1,751 in Grand Rapids.
What salary do I need in Grand Rapids to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $62,435 a year gives the same standard of living in Grand Rapids.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Grand Rapids?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $74,533 in Grand Rapids, 5% more in Grand Rapids.