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
$1,530
$1,110
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,235
$1,063
💵 Families earn per year
$62,992
$68,932
🔑 Buying a house
$188,000
$193,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.0
87.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,915
$3,531
⚡ Electric bill per month
$190
$204
👥 People living there
210,815
257,619
Commute to work
19.1 min
21.6 min
College degree
29%
22%
Own their home
47.4%
64.1%
Below poverty line
17.7%
20.9%
Unemployment
7.9%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Fayetteville 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 | Fayetteville | Laredo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $48,160 | $81,690 | +70% in Laredo |
| Firefighter | $36,820 | $59,100 | +61% in Laredo |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,520 | $22,020 | -25% in Laredo |
| Civil Engineer | $96,080 | $76,620 | -20% in Laredo |
| Electrician | $57,690 | $46,140 | -20% in Laredo |
| Accountant | $78,560 | $63,410 | -19% in Laredo |
| Operations Manager | $96,970 | $78,640 | -19% in Laredo |
| Market Research Analyst | $57,730 | $47,220 | -18% in Laredo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fayetteville or Laredo cheaper to live in?
Laredo is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,110 a month there versus $1,530 in Fayetteville.
What salary do I need in Laredo to match $60,000 in Fayetteville?
About $56,724 a year gives the same standard of living in Laredo.
Where do people earn more, Fayetteville or Laredo?
The typical household earns $62,992 in Fayetteville and $68,932 in Laredo, 9% more in Laredo.