Omaha is 12% cheaperBased 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
$1,619
$1,448
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,367
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$78,947
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$245,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
91.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$4,128
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$131
👥 People living there
573,243
488,837
Commute to work
29.1 min
19.6 min
College degree
36.1%
40.1%
Own their home
47.5%
57.4%
Below poverty line
19.7%
13.5%
Unemployment
6.5%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for cheaper homes.
- Pick Omaha for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Baltimore | Omaha | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $117,040 | $90,620 | -23% in Omaha |
| Dental Hygienist | $116,130 | $94,170 | -19% in Omaha |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,400 | $62,670 | -18% in Omaha |
| Firefighter | $73,810 | $61,040 | -17% in Omaha |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,620 | $62,280 | -17% in Omaha |
| Carpenter | $62,380 | $52,800 | -15% in Omaha |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $74,860 | $63,540 | -15% in Omaha |
| Registered Nurse | $99,550 | $84,600 | -15% in Omaha |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Omaha cheaper to live in?
Omaha is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,448 a month there versus $1,619 in Baltimore.
What salary do I need in Omaha to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $52,778 a year gives the same standard of living in Omaha.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Omaha?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $78,947 in Omaha, 15% more in Omaha.