salaryLaredo is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Laredo to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,458
$1,110
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,063
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$68,932
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$193,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
87.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$3,531
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$204
👥 People living there
201,528
257,619
Commute to work
21.1 min
21.6 min
College degree
24.7%
22%
Own their home
50.8%
64.1%
Below poverty line
20.1%
20.9%
Unemployment
8.6%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for cheaper homes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Laredo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Laredo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $81,690 | +40% in Laredo |
| Carpenter | $58,930 | $41,540 | -30% in Laredo |
| Civil Engineer | $103,010 | $76,620 | -26% in Laredo |
| Firefighter | $47,540 | $59,100 | +24% in Laredo |
| Operations Manager | $102,360 | $78,640 | -23% in Laredo |
| Electrician | $59,660 | $46,140 | -23% in Laredo |
| Market Research Analyst | $60,920 | $47,220 | -22% in Laredo |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $22,020 | +20% in Laredo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Laredo cheaper to live in?
Laredo is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,110 a month there versus $1,458 in Augusta.
What salary do I need in Laredo to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $56,770 a year gives the same standard of living in Laredo.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Laredo?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $68,932 in Laredo, 13% more in Laredo.