Lubbock, Texas vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 2.2% cheaper than Lubbock, Texas.

You would need a salary of $43,019 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lubbock, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is cheaper than Lubbock, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
18% cheaper in Waco
than in Lubbock, Texas
Lubbock, TX vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Lubbock, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.2% 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
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% higher
  Commute
  1.1% lower
  Health
  12.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% lower