salaryLubbock is 11% cheaperBased 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
$1,648
$1,301
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,195
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$65,675
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$212,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
91.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$3,333
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$184
👥 People living there
397,742
264,814
Commute to work
26.6 min
16.3 min
College degree
32.6%
35.1%
Own their home
54.3%
51.2%
Below poverty line
12.9%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.7%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Lubbock for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Lubbock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $85,660 | -30% in Lubbock |
| Market Research Analyst | $75,240 | $52,820 | -30% in Lubbock |
| Operations Manager | $111,010 | $80,870 | -27% in Lubbock |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $124,410 | -26% in Lubbock |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $47,000 | -20% in Lubbock |
| Customer Service Representative | $44,990 | $35,940 | -20% in Lubbock |
| Plumber | $61,250 | $48,950 | -20% in Lubbock |
| Registered Nurse | $101,420 | $81,480 | -20% in Lubbock |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Lubbock cheaper to live in?
Lubbock is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,301 a month there versus $1,648 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Lubbock to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $53,148 a year gives the same standard of living in Lubbock.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Lubbock?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $65,675 in Lubbock, 23% more in Arlington.