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
$1,535
$1,301
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,400
$1,195
💵 Families earn per year
$74,596
$65,675
🔑 Buying a house
$242,900
$212,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.5
91.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,671
$3,333
⚡ Electric bill per month
$138
$184
👥 People living there
510,612
264,814
Commute to work
21.7 min
16.3 min
College degree
38.4%
35.1%
Own their home
55.4%
51.2%
Below poverty line
14.6%
18.9%
Unemployment
4.4%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Kansas City 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 | Kansas City | Lubbock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $76,860 | $47,000 | -39% in Lubbock |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,080 | $22,560 | -37% in Lubbock |
| Plumber | $76,150 | $48,950 | -36% in Lubbock |
| Carpenter | $61,810 | $43,500 | -30% in Lubbock |
| Market Research Analyst | $72,580 | $52,820 | -27% in Lubbock |
| Firefighter | $60,770 | $77,290 | +27% in Lubbock |
| Police Officer | $62,960 | $77,110 | +22% in Lubbock |
| HVAC Technician | $62,680 | $49,850 | -20% in Lubbock |
Frequently asked questions
Is Kansas City or Lubbock cheaper to live in?
Kansas City 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 Kansas City?
About $59,205 a year gives the same standard of living in Lubbock.
Where do people earn more, Kansas City or Lubbock?
The typical household earns $74,596 in Kansas City and $65,675 in Lubbock, 14% more in Kansas City.