Lubbock is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Peoria to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,301
$2,185
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,195
$1,814
💵 Families earn per year
$65,675
$103,336
🔑 Buying a house
$212,400
$463,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.3
100.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,333
$2,160
⚡ Electric bill per month
$184
$204
👥 People living there
264,814
196,906
Commute to work
16.3 min
28.2 min
College degree
35.1%
36.3%
Own their home
51.2%
76%
Below poverty line
18.9%
8.4%
Unemployment
5.2%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Lubbock for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Peoria for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Lubbock or Peoria cheaper to live in?
Lubbock is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,301 a month there versus $2,185 in Peoria.
What salary do I need in Peoria to match $60,000 in Lubbock?
About $66,150 a year gives the same standard of living in Peoria.
Where do people earn more, Lubbock or Peoria?
The typical household earns $65,675 in Lubbock and $103,336 in Peoria, 36% more in Peoria.