Lubbock, Texas vs. Manhattan, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manhattan, New York is 174.3% more expensive than Lubbock, Texas.

You would need a salary of $137,175 in Manhattan, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Lubbock, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, New York is more expensive than Lubbock, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
482% more expensive in Manhattan
than in Lubbock, Texas
Lubbock, TX vs. Manhattan, NY
Compared to Lubbock, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  174.3% 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
  31.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  802.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  60.7% higher
  Commute
  120.2% higher
  Health
  7.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  55.9% higher