salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,301
$1,304
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,195
$1,085
💵 Families earn per year
$65,675
$61,271
🔑 Buying a house
$212,400
$161,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.3
89.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,333
$643
⚡ Electric bill per month
$184
$185
👥 People living there
264,814
197,494
Commute to work
16.3 min
20.7 min
College degree
35.1%
33.8%
Own their home
51.2%
54.4%
Below poverty line
18.9%
21.5%
Unemployment
5.2%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Lubbock for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Montgomery for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lubbock | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $77,110 | $48,490 | -37% in Montgomery |
| Firefighter | $77,290 | $48,780 | -37% in Montgomery |
| Operations Manager | $80,870 | $107,980 | +34% in Montgomery |
| Dental Hygienist | $86,340 | $60,120 | -30% in Montgomery |
| Physician Assistant | $137,510 | $102,040 | -26% in Montgomery |
| Civil Engineer | $81,840 | $97,470 | +19% in Montgomery |
| Plumber | $48,950 | $57,960 | +18% in Montgomery |
| Nurse Practitioner | $127,100 | $105,050 | -17% in Montgomery |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lubbock or Montgomery cheaper to live in?
Lubbock and Montgomery cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Montgomery to match $60,000 in Lubbock?
About $58,926 a year gives the same standard of living in Montgomery.
Where do people earn more, Lubbock or Montgomery?
The typical household earns $65,675 in Lubbock and $61,271 in Montgomery, 7% more in Lubbock.