salaryEl Paso is 15% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Plano to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,246
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,088
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$64,435
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$184,500
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.9
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,760
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$176
👥 People living there
680,130
290,594
Commute to work
23.4 min
25.4 min
College degree
28.1%
60.5%
Own their home
60.8%
56.9%
Below poverty line
18.4%
6.8%
Unemployment
6%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick El Paso for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Plano for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | El Paso | Plano | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $50,680 | $75,240 | +48% in Plano |
| Operations Manager | $77,770 | $111,010 | +43% in Plano |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $94,610 | $122,520 | +30% in Plano |
| Firefighter | $50,300 | $64,900 | +29% in Plano |
| HVAC Technician | $47,270 | $59,560 | +26% in Plano |
| Restaurant Cook | $28,990 | $36,490 | +26% in Plano |
| Physician Assistant | $107,220 | $134,900 | +26% in Plano |
| Accountant | $65,990 | $82,620 | +25% in Plano |
Frequently asked questions
Is El Paso or Plano cheaper to live in?
El Paso is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,246 a month there versus $2,010 in Plano.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in El Paso?
About $68,794 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, El Paso or Plano?
The typical household earns $64,435 in El Paso and $121,065 in Plano, 47% more in Plano.