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
$1,496
$1,301
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,195
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$65,675
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$212,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
91.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$3,333
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$184
👥 People living there
301,198
264,814
Commute to work
21.7 min
16.3 min
College degree
41%
35.1%
Own their home
50.5%
51.2%
Below poverty line
17%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.1%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Lubbock for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Lubbock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $77,290 | +66% in Lubbock |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,060 | $52,820 | -29% in Lubbock |
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $77,110 | +27% in Lubbock |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,060 | $22,560 | -25% in Lubbock |
| Medical Assistant | $46,090 | $36,900 | -20% in Lubbock |
| Operations Manager | $100,930 | $80,870 | -20% in Lubbock |
| Electrician | $58,380 | $47,000 | -19% in Lubbock |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $104,050 | $85,660 | -18% in Lubbock |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Lubbock cheaper to live in?
Greensboro 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 Greensboro?
About $59,000 a year gives the same standard of living in Lubbock.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Lubbock?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $65,675 in Lubbock, 1% more in Greensboro.