salaryLubbock is 21% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Santa Clarita to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,301
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,195
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$65,675
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$212,400
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.3
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,333
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$184
$166
👥 People living there
264,814
230,221
Commute to work
16.3 min
34.1 min
College degree
35.1%
39.8%
Own their home
51.2%
71.8%
Below poverty line
18.9%
7.4%
Unemployment
5.2%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Lubbock for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Santa Clarita for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Lubbock or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
Lubbock is about 21% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,301 a month there versus $3,027 in Santa Clarita.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in Lubbock?
About $72,749 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, Lubbock or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $65,675 in Lubbock and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 51% more in Santa Clarita.