salaryLubbock is 13% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tempe to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,301
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,195
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$65,675
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$212,400
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.3
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,333
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$184
$146
👥 People living there
264,814
188,065
Commute to work
16.3 min
20.9 min
College degree
35.1%
50%
Own their home
51.2%
42.3%
Below poverty line
18.9%
15.8%
Unemployment
5.2%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Lubbock for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Tempe for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lubbock | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,560 | $47,530 | +111% in Tempe |
| Market Research Analyst | $52,820 | $74,590 | +41% in Tempe |
| Carpenter | $43,500 | $60,320 | +39% in Tempe |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $58,510 | $78,080 | +33% in Tempe |
| Nursing Assistant | $34,300 | $45,290 | +32% in Tempe |
| Plumber | $48,950 | $63,750 | +30% in Tempe |
| Electrician | $47,000 | $61,210 | +30% in Tempe |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,250 | $39,170 | +29% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lubbock or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Lubbock is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,301 a month there versus $1,953 in Tempe.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Lubbock?
About $67,884 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Lubbock or Tempe?
The typical household earns $65,675 in Lubbock and $85,917 in Tempe, 24% more in Tempe.