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
$1,266
$1,301
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,254
$1,195
💵 Families earn per year
$71,108
$65,675
🔑 Buying a house
$194,700
$212,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.7
91.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,496
$3,333
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$184
👥 People living there
212,421
264,814
Commute to work
19.5 min
16.3 min
College degree
29.7%
35.1%
Own their home
60.5%
51.2%
Below poverty line
15%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.6%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Des Moines for lower rent, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Lubbock for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Des Moines | Lubbock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $56,910 | $77,290 | +36% in Lubbock |
| Plumber | $75,040 | $48,950 | -35% in Lubbock |
| Market Research Analyst | $76,580 | $52,820 | -31% in Lubbock |
| Carpenter | $61,360 | $43,500 | -29% in Lubbock |
| Customer Service Representative | $48,880 | $35,940 | -26% in Lubbock |
| Electrician | $62,840 | $47,000 | -25% in Lubbock |
| Warehouse Worker | $46,370 | $35,130 | -24% in Lubbock |
| Nursing Assistant | $43,940 | $34,300 | -22% in Lubbock |
Frequently asked questions
Is Des Moines or Lubbock cheaper to live in?
Des Moines 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 Des Moines?
About $59,749 a year gives the same standard of living in Lubbock.
Where do people earn more, Des Moines or Lubbock?
The typical household earns $71,108 in Des Moines and $65,675 in Lubbock, 8% more in Des Moines.