salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Omaha to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,448
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,367
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$78,947
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$245,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
91.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$4,128
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$131
👥 People living there
189,247
488,837
Commute to work
22.2 min
19.6 min
College degree
23.6%
40.1%
Own their home
50.7%
57.4%
Below poverty line
23.3%
13.5%
Unemployment
7.8%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Omaha for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Omaha | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $62,670 | -20% in Omaha |
| Electrician | $77,360 | $62,440 | -19% in Omaha |
| Software Developer | $105,430 | $125,220 | +19% in Omaha |
| Carpenter | $61,070 | $52,800 | -14% in Omaha |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,970 | $94,170 | +13% in Omaha |
| Medical Assistant | $42,830 | $48,010 | +12% in Omaha |
| Warehouse Worker | $39,100 | $42,550 | +9% in Omaha |
| Civil Engineer | $94,450 | $102,020 | +8% in Omaha |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Omaha cheaper to live in?
Akron and Omaha cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Omaha to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $59,062 a year gives the same standard of living in Omaha.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Omaha?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $78,947 in Omaha, 34% more in Omaha.