Amarillo is 14% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in St. Paul to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$1,443
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,553
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$79,155
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$294,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
104.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$3,822
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$143
👥 People living there
201,885
307,284
Commute to work
19.6 min
21.1 min
College degree
26.6%
43.8%
Own their home
59.7%
52.9%
Below poverty line
15.8%
15.6%
Unemployment
3.4%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick St. Paul for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | St. Paul | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $55,970 | $101,630 | +82% in St. Paul |
| Market Research Analyst | $61,380 | $97,910 | +60% in St. Paul |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $77,490 | +55% in St. Paul |
| Carpenter | $47,780 | $74,060 | +55% in St. Paul |
| Electrician | $54,360 | $81,890 | +51% in St. Paul |
| Medical Assistant | $37,170 | $52,570 | +41% in St. Paul |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $104,740 | +38% in St. Paul |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,990 | $112,630 | +33% in St. Paul |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or St. Paul cheaper to live in?
Amarillo is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,219 a month there versus $1,443 in St. Paul.
What salary do I need in St. Paul to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $68,496 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Paul.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or St. Paul?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $79,155 in St. Paul, 10% more in St. Paul.