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
$1,219
$1,328
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,219
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$77,509
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$264,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
91.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$4,023
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$104
👥 People living there
201,885
294,856
Commute to work
19.6 min
18.4 min
College degree
26.6%
41.8%
Own their home
59.7%
56.1%
Below poverty line
15.8%
12.7%
Unemployment
3.4%
3.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo 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 | Amarillo | Lincoln | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $36,080 | +59% in Lincoln |
| Truck Driver | $54,290 | $81,790 | +51% in Lincoln |
| Medical Assistant | $37,170 | $47,190 | +27% in Lincoln |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $95,560 | +26% in Lincoln |
| Firefighter | $48,420 | $59,760 | +23% in Lincoln |
| Lawyer | $130,580 | $101,300 | -22% in Lincoln |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,560 | $37,290 | +22% in Lincoln |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $59,350 | +19% in Lincoln |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Lincoln cheaper to live in?
Amarillo 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 Amarillo?
About $59,844 a year gives the same standard of living in Lincoln.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Lincoln?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $77,509 in Lincoln, 8% more in Lincoln.