salaryLubbock is 19% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,301
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,195
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$65,675
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$212,400
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.3
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,333
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$184
$96
👥 People living there
264,814
681,294
Commute to work
16.3 min
30 min
College degree
35.1%
64.2%
Own their home
51.2%
41.5%
Below poverty line
18.9%
15.4%
Unemployment
5.2%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Lubbock for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lubbock | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,560 | $46,040 | +104% in Washington |
| Operations Manager | $80,870 | $156,460 | +93% in Washington |
| Market Research Analyst | $52,820 | $87,160 | +65% in Washington |
| Electrician | $47,000 | $75,930 | +62% in Washington |
| Lawyer | $124,410 | $195,190 | +57% in Washington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $85,660 | $127,040 | +48% in Washington |
| Plumber | $48,950 | $71,860 | +47% in Washington |
| HVAC Technician | $49,850 | $71,920 | +44% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lubbock or Washington cheaper to live in?
Lubbock is about 19% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,301 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Lubbock?
About $71,542 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Lubbock or Washington?
The typical household earns $65,675 in Lubbock and $118,495 in Washington, 45% more in Washington.