salaryLubbock is 6% cheaperBased 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
$1,813
$1,301
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$1,195
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$65,675
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$212,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
91.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$3,333
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$184
👥 People living there
246,844
264,814
Commute to work
29.7 min
16.3 min
College degree
25.4%
35.1%
Own their home
61.6%
51.2%
Below poverty line
13%
18.9%
Unemployment
4.8%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Lubbock for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or Lubbock cheaper to live in?
Lubbock is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,301 a month there versus $1,813 in Garland.
What salary do I need in Lubbock to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $56,452 a year gives the same standard of living in Lubbock.
Where do people earn more, Garland or Lubbock?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $65,675 in Lubbock, 25% more in Garland.