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
$1,277
$1,328
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,056
$1,219
💵 Families earn per year
$44,004
$77,509
🔑 Buying a house
$102,000
$264,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
91.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,759
$4,023
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$104
👥 People living there
366,097
294,856
Commute to work
22.5 min
18.4 min
College degree
22.4%
41.8%
Own their home
41.7%
56.1%
Below poverty line
30.6%
12.7%
Unemployment
10.8%
3.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Cleveland 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 | Cleveland | Lincoln | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck Driver | $58,970 | $81,790 | +39% in Lincoln |
| Lawyer | $134,680 | $101,300 | -25% in Lincoln |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,470 | $61,940 | -19% in Lincoln |
| Accountant | $80,000 | $65,170 | -19% in Lincoln |
| Carpenter | $60,650 | $49,910 | -18% in Lincoln |
| Market Research Analyst | $71,350 | $58,750 | -18% in Lincoln |
| Police Officer | $80,280 | $93,680 | +17% in Lincoln |
| Electrician | $70,860 | $60,680 | -14% in Lincoln |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cleveland or Lincoln cheaper to live in?
Cleveland 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 Cleveland?
About $58,504 a year gives the same standard of living in Lincoln.
Where do people earn more, Cleveland or Lincoln?
The typical household earns $44,004 in Cleveland and $77,509 in Lincoln, 43% more in Lincoln.