salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tulsa to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,301
$1,204
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,195
$1,160
💵 Families earn per year
$65,675
$64,535
🔑 Buying a house
$212,400
$205,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.3
89.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,333
$2,005
⚡ Electric bill per month
$184
$140
👥 People living there
264,814
413,794
Commute to work
16.3 min
18.9 min
College degree
35.1%
33.6%
Own their home
51.2%
51.9%
Below poverty line
18.9%
18.7%
Unemployment
5.2%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Lubbock for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Tulsa for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lubbock | Tulsa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $77,290 | $47,600 | -38% in Tulsa |
| Electrician | $47,000 | $62,280 | +33% in Tulsa |
| Civil Engineer | $81,840 | $102,080 | +25% in Tulsa |
| Plumber | $48,950 | $59,440 | +21% in Tulsa |
| Truck Driver | $49,080 | $58,790 | +20% in Tulsa |
| Market Research Analyst | $52,820 | $63,130 | +20% in Tulsa |
| Operations Manager | $80,870 | $96,150 | +19% in Tulsa |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,560 | $18,350 | -19% in Tulsa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lubbock or Tulsa cheaper to live in?
Lubbock and Tulsa cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tulsa to match $60,000 in Lubbock?
About $58,618 a year gives the same standard of living in Tulsa.
Where do people earn more, Lubbock or Tulsa?
The typical household earns $65,675 in Lubbock and $64,535 in Tulsa, 2% more in Lubbock.