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
$1,291
$1,328
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,219
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$77,509
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$264,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
91.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$4,023
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$104
👥 People living there
198,173
294,856
Commute to work
20.8 min
18.4 min
College degree
31.1%
41.8%
Own their home
45.5%
56.1%
Below poverty line
24.7%
12.7%
Unemployment
5.8%
3.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Lincoln for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Lincoln | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $93,680 | +55% in Lincoln |
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $95,100 | +54% in Lincoln |
| Truck Driver | $54,460 | $81,790 | +50% in Lincoln |
| Lawyer | $170,230 | $101,300 | -40% in Lincoln |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,670 | $36,080 | +30% in Lincoln |
| Medical Assistant | $36,770 | $47,190 | +28% in Lincoln |
| Operations Manager | $123,560 | $92,780 | -25% in Lincoln |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $59,350 | +22% in Lincoln |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Lincoln cheaper to live in?
Birmingham 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 Birmingham?
About $59,959 a year gives the same standard of living in Lincoln.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Lincoln?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $77,509 in Lincoln, 36% more in Lincoln.