salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in New Orleans to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,301
$1,508
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,195
$1,391
💵 Families earn per year
$65,675
$61,077
🔑 Buying a house
$212,400
$315,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.3
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,333
$2,606
⚡ Electric bill per month
$184
$196
👥 People living there
264,814
371,853
Commute to work
16.3 min
22.6 min
College degree
35.1%
42.4%
Own their home
51.2%
51.2%
Below poverty line
18.9%
22.6%
Unemployment
5.2%
7.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Lubbock for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick New Orleans for a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lubbock | New Orleans | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $77,290 | $37,250 | -52% in New Orleans |
| Police Officer | $77,110 | $48,970 | -36% in New Orleans |
| Electrician | $47,000 | $62,490 | +33% in New Orleans |
| Civil Engineer | $81,840 | $108,240 | +32% in New Orleans |
| Operations Manager | $80,870 | $105,110 | +30% in New Orleans |
| Plumber | $48,950 | $62,450 | +28% in New Orleans |
| HVAC Technician | $49,850 | $63,500 | +27% in New Orleans |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,560 | $16,640 | -26% in New Orleans |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lubbock or New Orleans cheaper to live in?
Lubbock and New Orleans cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in New Orleans to match $60,000 in Lubbock?
About $60,841 a year gives the same standard of living in New Orleans.
Where do people earn more, Lubbock or New Orleans?
The typical household earns $65,675 in Lubbock and $61,077 in New Orleans, 8% more in Lubbock.