salaryMobile is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Mobile to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,301
$1,257
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,195
$1,109
💵 Families earn per year
$65,675
$57,762
🔑 Buying a house
$212,400
$193,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.3
88.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,333
$968
⚡ Electric bill per month
$184
$196
👥 People living there
264,814
203,416
Commute to work
16.3 min
22.8 min
College degree
35.1%
32%
Own their home
51.2%
54%
Below poverty line
18.9%
18.4%
Unemployment
5.2%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Lubbock for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Mobile for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lubbock | Mobile | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $77,290 | $46,770 | -39% in Mobile |
| Police Officer | $77,110 | $47,000 | -39% in Mobile |
| Operations Manager | $80,870 | $106,690 | +32% in Mobile |
| Civil Engineer | $81,840 | $107,810 | +32% in Mobile |
| Electrician | $47,000 | $61,720 | +31% in Mobile |
| Dental Hygienist | $86,340 | $60,710 | -30% in Mobile |
| Physician Assistant | $137,510 | $104,960 | -24% in Mobile |
| Plumber | $48,950 | $59,410 | +21% in Mobile |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lubbock or Mobile cheaper to live in?
Mobile is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,257 a month there versus $1,301 in Lubbock.
What salary do I need in Mobile to match $60,000 in Lubbock?
About $57,885 a year gives the same standard of living in Mobile.
Where do people earn more, Lubbock or Mobile?
The typical household earns $65,675 in Lubbock and $57,762 in Mobile, 14% more in Lubbock.