salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,291
$1,301
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,195
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$65,675
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$212,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
91.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$3,333
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$184
👥 People living there
198,173
264,814
Commute to work
20.8 min
16.3 min
College degree
31.1%
35.1%
Own their home
45.5%
51.2%
Below poverty line
24.7%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Lubbock for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Lubbock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $51,050 | $77,290 | +51% in Lubbock |
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $86,340 | +40% in Lubbock |
| Operations Manager | $123,560 | $80,870 | -35% in Lubbock |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $137,510 | +30% in Lubbock |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $77,110 | +27% in Lubbock |
| Lawyer | $170,230 | $124,410 | -27% in Lubbock |
| Plumber | $60,090 | $48,950 | -19% in Lubbock |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,670 | $22,560 | -18% in Lubbock |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Lubbock cheaper to live in?
Birmingham and Lubbock cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Lubbock to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $59,786 a year gives the same standard of living in Lubbock.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Lubbock?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $65,675 in Lubbock, 24% more in Lubbock.