Lubbock, Texas vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 34.7% more expensive than Lubbock, Texas.

You would need a salary of $67,348 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Lubbock, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is more expensive than Lubbock, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
105% more expensive in Phoenix
than in Lubbock, Texas
Lubbock, TX vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Lubbock, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.7% higher
      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
  5.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.9% higher
  Commute
  61.3% higher
  Health
  20.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% higher