salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Lincoln to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,328
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,219
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$77,509
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$264,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
91.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$4,023
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$104
👥 People living there
189,247
294,856
Commute to work
22.2 min
18.4 min
College degree
23.6%
41.8%
Own their home
50.7%
56.1%
Below poverty line
23.3%
12.7%
Unemployment
7.8%
3.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Lincoln for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Lincoln | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck Driver | $60,210 | $81,790 | +36% in Lincoln |
| Police Officer | $74,650 | $93,680 | +25% in Lincoln |
| Electrician | $77,360 | $60,680 | -22% in Lincoln |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $61,940 | -21% in Lincoln |
| Lawyer | $126,270 | $101,300 | -20% in Lincoln |
| Carpenter | $61,070 | $49,910 | -18% in Lincoln |
| Accountant | $78,540 | $65,170 | -17% in Lincoln |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,970 | $95,100 | +15% in Lincoln |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Lincoln cheaper to live in?
Akron and Lincoln cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Lincoln to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $58,850 a year gives the same standard of living in Lincoln.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Lincoln?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $77,509 in Lincoln, 33% more in Lincoln.