salaryAmarillo is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in McKinney to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$1,993
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,977
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$133,966
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$471,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$7,791
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$182
👥 People living there
201,885
210,600
Commute to work
19.6 min
27.8 min
College degree
26.6%
54.1%
Own their home
59.7%
63.8%
Below poverty line
15.8%
5.7%
Unemployment
3.4%
3.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick McKinney for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or McKinney cheaper to live in?
Amarillo is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,219 a month there versus $1,993 in McKinney.
What salary do I need in McKinney to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $63,422 a year gives the same standard of living in McKinney.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or McKinney?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $133,966 in McKinney, 47% more in McKinney.