Lubbock, Texas vs. Harlan, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Harlan, Kentucky is 17.2% cheaper than Lubbock, Texas.

You would need a salary of $41,388 in Harlan, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Lubbock, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Harlan, Kentucky is cheaper than Lubbock, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Harlan
than in Lubbock, Texas
Lubbock, TX vs. Harlan, KY
Compared to Lubbock, Harlan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.8% lower
  Commute
  4.0% higher
  Health
  15.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% lower