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
$1,458
$1,448
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,367
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$78,947
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$245,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
91.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$4,128
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$131
👥 People living there
201,528
488,837
Commute to work
21.1 min
19.6 min
College degree
24.7%
40.1%
Own their home
50.8%
57.4%
Below poverty line
20.1%
13.5%
Unemployment
8.6%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Omaha for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Omaha | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $34,290 | +86% in Omaha |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $80,280 | +37% in Omaha |
| Firefighter | $47,540 | $61,040 | +28% in Omaha |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $62,570 | +28% in Omaha |
| Medical Assistant | $38,470 | $48,010 | +25% in Omaha |
| Truck Driver | $47,920 | $58,010 | +21% in Omaha |
| Dental Hygienist | $79,840 | $94,170 | +18% in Omaha |
| Warehouse Worker | $36,640 | $42,550 | +16% in Omaha |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Omaha cheaper to live in?
Augusta 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 Augusta?
About $60,005 a year gives the same standard of living in Omaha.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Omaha?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $78,947 in Omaha, 24% more in Omaha.