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
$1,458
$1,328
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,219
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$77,509
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$264,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
91.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$4,023
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$104
👥 People living there
201,528
294,856
Commute to work
21.1 min
18.4 min
College degree
24.7%
41.8%
Own their home
50.8%
56.1%
Below poverty line
20.1%
12.7%
Unemployment
8.6%
3.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Lincoln | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $36,080 | +96% in Lincoln |
| Truck Driver | $47,920 | $81,790 | +71% in Lincoln |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $93,680 | +60% in Lincoln |
| Firefighter | $47,540 | $59,760 | +26% in Lincoln |
| Medical Assistant | $38,470 | $47,190 | +23% in Lincoln |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $59,350 | +21% in Lincoln |
| Dental Hygienist | $79,840 | $95,100 | +19% in Lincoln |
| Lawyer | $123,960 | $101,300 | -18% in Lincoln |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Lincoln cheaper to live in?
Augusta 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 Augusta?
About $59,790 a year gives the same standard of living in Lincoln.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Lincoln?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $77,509 in Lincoln, 23% more in Lincoln.