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
$1,537
$1,328
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,219
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$77,509
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$264,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
91.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$4,023
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$104
👥 People living there
185,783
294,856
Commute to work
18.5 min
18.4 min
College degree
36%
41.8%
Own their home
52.4%
56.1%
Below poverty line
19.1%
12.7%
Unemployment
5.4%
3.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chattanooga | Lincoln | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $93,680 | +83% in Lincoln |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,240 | $36,080 | +49% in Lincoln |
| Truck Driver | $57,440 | $81,790 | +42% in Lincoln |
| Lawyer | $147,640 | $101,300 | -31% in Lincoln |
| Firefighter | $46,060 | $59,760 | +30% in Lincoln |
| Medical Assistant | $40,160 | $47,190 | +18% in Lincoln |
| HVAC Technician | $50,950 | $59,350 | +16% in Lincoln |
| Electrician | $72,330 | $60,680 | -16% in Lincoln |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Lincoln cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga?
About $60,077 a year gives the same standard of living in Lincoln.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Lincoln?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $77,509 in Lincoln, 10% more in Lincoln.