salaryLincoln is 16% cheaperBased 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
$2,666
$1,328
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,219
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$77,509
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$264,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
91.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$4,023
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$104
👥 People living there
236,254
294,856
Commute to work
26.2 min
18.4 min
College degree
77.1%
41.8%
Own their home
41.3%
56.1%
Below poverty line
7.4%
12.7%
Unemployment
3.3%
3.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Lincoln | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $101,300 | -48% in Lincoln |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $92,780 | -41% in Lincoln |
| Truck Driver | $59,820 | $81,790 | +37% in Lincoln |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $65,170 | -36% in Lincoln |
| Software Developer | $154,930 | $101,690 | -34% in Lincoln |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | $58,750 | -33% in Lincoln |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $87,500 | -31% in Lincoln |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $61,940 | -22% in Lincoln |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Lincoln cheaper to live in?
Lincoln is about 16% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,328 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Lincoln to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $50,465 a year gives the same standard of living in Lincoln.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Lincoln?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $77,509 in Lincoln, 98% more in Arlington.