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
$1,277
$1,301
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,175
$1,195
💵 Families earn per year
$67,949
$65,675
🔑 Buying a house
$236,400
$212,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.4
91.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,902
$3,333
⚡ Electric bill per month
$154
$184
👥 People living there
203,436
264,814
Commute to work
18.5 min
16.3 min
College degree
44.6%
35.1%
Own their home
53.5%
51.2%
Below poverty line
17.5%
18.9%
Unemployment
4.1%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Little Rock for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Lubbock for cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Little Rock | Lubbock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $48,110 | $77,290 | +61% in Lubbock |
| Police Officer | $54,840 | $77,110 | +41% in Lubbock |
| Lawyer | $97,870 | $124,410 | +27% in Lubbock |
| Physician Assistant | $109,110 | $137,510 | +26% in Lubbock |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,790 | $52,820 | -16% in Lubbock |
| Truck Driver | $57,050 | $49,080 | -14% in Lubbock |
| Accountant | $65,810 | $74,390 | +13% in Lubbock |
| Software Developer | $104,070 | $115,190 | +11% in Lubbock |
Frequently asked questions
Is Little Rock or Lubbock cheaper to live in?
Little Rock 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 Little Rock?
About $61,311 a year gives the same standard of living in Lubbock.
Where do people earn more, Little Rock or Lubbock?
The typical household earns $67,949 in Little Rock and $65,675 in Lubbock, 3% more in Little Rock.