salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Louisville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$1,278
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,200
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$72,097
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$233,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$1,989
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$167
👥 People living there
201,885
631,818
Commute to work
19.6 min
22.5 min
College degree
26.6%
33.8%
Own their home
59.7%
60.7%
Below poverty line
15.8%
15.8%
Unemployment
3.4%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Louisville for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Louisville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $102,650 | +35% in Louisville |
| Plumber | $55,970 | $74,680 | +33% in Louisville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $30,180 | +33% in Louisville |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,060 | $46,830 | +26% in Louisville |
| Police Officer | $78,900 | $63,220 | -20% in Louisville |
| Medical Assistant | $37,170 | $44,450 | +20% in Louisville |
| Carpenter | $47,780 | $56,520 | +18% in Louisville |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $58,930 | +18% in Louisville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Louisville cheaper to live in?
Amarillo and Louisville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Louisville to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $60,819 a year gives the same standard of living in Louisville.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Louisville?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $72,097 in Louisville, 1% more in Louisville.