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
$1,530
$1,301
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,235
$1,195
💵 Families earn per year
$62,992
$65,675
🔑 Buying a house
$188,000
$212,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.0
91.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,915
$3,333
⚡ Electric bill per month
$190
$184
👥 People living there
210,815
264,814
Commute to work
19.1 min
16.3 min
College degree
29%
35.1%
Own their home
47.4%
51.2%
Below poverty line
17.7%
18.9%
Unemployment
7.9%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Fayetteville for cheaper homes, less poverty.
- Pick Lubbock for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fayetteville | Lubbock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $36,820 | $77,290 | +110% in Lubbock |
| Police Officer | $48,160 | $77,110 | +60% in Lubbock |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,520 | $22,560 | -24% in Lubbock |
| Electrician | $57,690 | $47,000 | -19% in Lubbock |
| Operations Manager | $96,970 | $80,870 | -17% in Lubbock |
| Lawyer | $107,950 | $124,410 | +15% in Lubbock |
| Civil Engineer | $96,080 | $81,840 | -15% in Lubbock |
| HVAC Technician | $56,220 | $49,850 | -11% in Lubbock |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fayetteville or Lubbock cheaper to live in?
Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville?
About $59,569 a year gives the same standard of living in Lubbock.
Where do people earn more, Fayetteville or Lubbock?
The typical household earns $62,992 in Fayetteville and $65,675 in Lubbock, 4% more in Lubbock.