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
$1,242
$1,301
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$1,195
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$65,675
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$212,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
91.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$3,333
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$184
👥 People living there
268,589
264,814
Commute to work
21.5 min
16.3 min
College degree
29%
35.1%
Own their home
61.9%
51.2%
Below poverty line
16%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.6%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Lubbock for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Wayne | Lubbock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $77,110 | $48,950 | -37% in Lubbock |
| Electrician | $71,290 | $47,000 | -34% in Lubbock |
| Carpenter | $60,400 | $43,500 | -28% in Lubbock |
| Operations Manager | $107,780 | $80,870 | -25% in Lubbock |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $28,650 | $22,560 | -21% in Lubbock |
| Customer Service Representative | $45,200 | $35,940 | -20% in Lubbock |
| Medical Assistant | $45,220 | $36,900 | -18% in Lubbock |
| HVAC Technician | $60,830 | $49,850 | -18% in Lubbock |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Lubbock cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne 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 Fort Wayne?
About $59,187 a year gives the same standard of living in Lubbock.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Lubbock?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $65,675 in Lubbock, 1% more in Fort Wayne.