salaryLaredo is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Laredo to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$1,110
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,063
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$68,932
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$193,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
87.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$3,531
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$204
👥 People living there
201,885
257,619
Commute to work
19.6 min
21.6 min
College degree
26.6%
22%
Own their home
59.7%
64.1%
Below poverty line
15.8%
20.9%
Unemployment
3.4%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Laredo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Laredo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $61,380 | $47,220 | -23% in Laredo |
| Firefighter | $48,420 | $59,100 | +22% in Laredo |
| Plumber | $55,970 | $46,350 | -17% in Laredo |
| Accountant | $76,200 | $63,410 | -17% in Laredo |
| Electrician | $54,360 | $46,140 | -15% in Laredo |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $97,620 | $83,910 | -14% in Laredo |
| Carpenter | $47,780 | $41,540 | -13% in Laredo |
| Pharmacist | $143,520 | $125,060 | -13% in Laredo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Laredo cheaper to live in?
Laredo is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,110 a month there versus $1,219 in Amarillo.
What salary do I need in Laredo to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $56,822 a year gives the same standard of living in Laredo.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Laredo?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $68,932 in Laredo, 3% more in Amarillo.