salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Montgomery to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$1,304
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,085
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$61,271
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$161,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
89.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$643
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$185
👥 People living there
201,885
197,494
Commute to work
19.6 min
20.7 min
College degree
26.6%
33.8%
Own their home
59.7%
54.4%
Below poverty line
15.8%
21.5%
Unemployment
3.4%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
- Pick Montgomery for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $78,900 | $48,490 | -39% in Montgomery |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,990 | $60,120 | -29% in Montgomery |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $97,470 | +28% in Montgomery |
| Operations Manager | $85,770 | $107,980 | +26% in Montgomery |
| Physician Assistant | $132,990 | $102,040 | -23% in Montgomery |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $26,360 | +16% in Montgomery |
| Nurse Practitioner | $119,150 | $105,050 | -12% in Montgomery |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,330 | $55,410 | -10% in Montgomery |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Montgomery cheaper to live in?
Amarillo and Montgomery cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Montgomery to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $58,603 a year gives the same standard of living in Montgomery.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Montgomery?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $61,271 in Montgomery, 16% more in Amarillo.