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
$1,291
$1,448
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,367
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$78,947
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$245,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
91.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$4,128
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$131
👥 People living there
198,173
488,837
Commute to work
20.8 min
19.6 min
College degree
31.1%
40.1%
Own their home
45.5%
57.4%
Below poverty line
24.7%
13.5%
Unemployment
5.8%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Omaha for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Omaha | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $94,170 | +53% in Omaha |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $80,280 | +32% in Omaha |
| Medical Assistant | $36,770 | $48,010 | +31% in Omaha |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $62,570 | +28% in Omaha |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $134,130 | +27% in Omaha |
| Operations Manager | $123,560 | $90,620 | -27% in Omaha |
| Nurse Practitioner | $107,700 | $133,760 | +24% in Omaha |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,670 | $34,290 | +24% in Omaha |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Omaha cheaper to live in?
Birmingham 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 Birmingham?
About $60,175 a year gives the same standard of living in Omaha.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Omaha?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $78,947 in Omaha, 37% more in Omaha.