salaryLaredo is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Montgomery to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,110
$1,304
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,063
$1,085
💵 Families earn per year
$68,932
$61,271
🔑 Buying a house
$193,500
$161,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
87.0
89.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,531
$643
⚡ Electric bill per month
$204
$185
👥 People living there
257,619
197,494
Commute to work
21.6 min
20.7 min
College degree
22%
33.8%
Own their home
64.1%
54.4%
Below poverty line
20.9%
21.5%
Unemployment
5.4%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Laredo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Montgomery for cheaper homes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Laredo | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $81,690 | $48,490 | -41% in Montgomery |
| Operations Manager | $78,640 | $107,980 | +37% in Montgomery |
| Market Research Analyst | $47,220 | $61,240 | +30% in Montgomery |
| Civil Engineer | $76,620 | $97,470 | +27% in Montgomery |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,440 | $60,120 | -27% in Montgomery |
| Plumber | $46,350 | $57,960 | +25% in Montgomery |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,020 | $26,360 | +20% in Montgomery |
| Accountant | $63,410 | $75,040 | +18% in Montgomery |
Frequently asked questions
Is Laredo or Montgomery cheaper to live in?
Laredo is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,110 a month there versus $1,304 in Montgomery.
What salary do I need in Montgomery to match $60,000 in Laredo?
About $61,881 a year gives the same standard of living in Montgomery.
Where do people earn more, Laredo or Montgomery?
The typical household earns $68,932 in Laredo and $61,271 in Montgomery, 13% more in Laredo.