salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Lubbock to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$1,301
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,195
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$65,675
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$212,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
91.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$3,333
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$184
👥 People living there
201,885
264,814
Commute to work
19.6 min
16.3 min
College degree
26.6%
35.1%
Own their home
59.7%
51.2%
Below poverty line
15.8%
18.9%
Unemployment
3.4%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Lubbock for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Lubbock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $48,420 | $77,290 | +60% in Lubbock |
| Market Research Analyst | $61,380 | $52,820 | -14% in Lubbock |
| Electrician | $54,360 | $47,000 | -14% in Lubbock |
| Plumber | $55,970 | $48,950 | -13% in Lubbock |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $97,620 | $85,660 | -12% in Lubbock |
| Truck Driver | $54,290 | $49,080 | -10% in Lubbock |
| Carpenter | $47,780 | $43,500 | -9% in Lubbock |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,990 | $35,940 | -8% in Lubbock |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Lubbock cheaper to live in?
Amarillo and Lubbock cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Lubbock to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $59,671 a year gives the same standard of living in Lubbock.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Lubbock?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $65,675 in Lubbock, 8% more in Amarillo.