Waco, Texas vs. Lubbock, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lubbock, Texas is 2.3% more expensive than Waco, Texas.

You would need a salary of $40,913 in Lubbock, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Waco, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lubbock, Texas is more expensive than Waco, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
22% more expensive in Lubbock
than in Waco, Texas
Waco, TX vs. Lubbock, TX
Compared to Waco, Lubbock is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  1.1% higher
  Health
  14.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% higher