salaryLubbock is 13% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Plano to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,301
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,195
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$65,675
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$212,400
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.3
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,333
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$184
$176
👥 People living there
264,814
290,594
Commute to work
16.3 min
25.4 min
College degree
35.1%
60.5%
Own their home
51.2%
56.9%
Below poverty line
18.9%
6.8%
Unemployment
5.2%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Lubbock for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Plano for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lubbock | Plano | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $85,660 | $122,520 | +43% in Plano |
| Market Research Analyst | $52,820 | $75,240 | +42% in Plano |
| Operations Manager | $80,870 | $111,010 | +37% in Plano |
| Lawyer | $124,410 | $168,510 | +35% in Plano |
| Electrician | $47,000 | $59,010 | +26% in Plano |
| Customer Service Representative | $35,940 | $44,990 | +25% in Plano |
| Plumber | $48,950 | $61,250 | +25% in Plano |
| Registered Nurse | $81,480 | $101,420 | +24% in Plano |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lubbock or Plano cheaper to live in?
Lubbock is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,301 a month there versus $2,010 in Plano.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in Lubbock?
About $67,735 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, Lubbock or Plano?
The typical household earns $65,675 in Lubbock and $121,065 in Plano, 46% more in Plano.