Lincoln is 12% 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
$1,619
$1,328
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,219
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$77,509
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$264,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
91.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$4,023
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$104
👥 People living there
573,243
294,856
Commute to work
29.1 min
18.4 min
College degree
36.1%
41.8%
Own their home
47.5%
56.1%
Below poverty line
19.7%
12.7%
Unemployment
6.5%
3.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for cheaper homes.
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Baltimore | Lincoln | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck Driver | $59,460 | $81,790 | +38% in Lincoln |
| Software Developer | $138,900 | $101,690 | -27% in Lincoln |
| Lawyer | $132,400 | $101,300 | -23% in Lincoln |
| Accountant | $85,160 | $65,170 | -23% in Lincoln |
| Police Officer | $76,530 | $93,680 | +22% in Lincoln |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,620 | $58,750 | -21% in Lincoln |
| Operations Manager | $117,040 | $92,780 | -21% in Lincoln |
| Carpenter | $62,380 | $49,910 | -20% in Lincoln |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Lincoln cheaper to live in?
Lincoln is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,328 a month there versus $1,619 in Baltimore.
What salary do I need in Lincoln to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $52,589 a year gives the same standard of living in Lincoln.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Lincoln?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $77,509 in Lincoln, 13% more in Lincoln.