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
$1,277
$1,448
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,056
$1,367
💵 Families earn per year
$44,004
$78,947
🔑 Buying a house
$102,000
$245,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
91.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,759
$4,128
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$131
👥 People living there
366,097
488,837
Commute to work
22.5 min
19.6 min
College degree
22.4%
40.1%
Own their home
41.7%
57.4%
Below poverty line
30.6%
13.5%
Unemployment
10.8%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Cleveland 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 | Cleveland | Omaha | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,470 | $62,670 | -18% in Omaha |
| Carpenter | $60,650 | $52,800 | -13% in Omaha |
| Market Research Analyst | $71,350 | $62,280 | -13% in Omaha |
| Software Developer | $111,310 | $125,220 | +12% in Omaha |
| Electrician | $70,860 | $62,440 | -12% in Omaha |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,680 | $42,550 | +10% in Omaha |
| Medical Assistant | $43,830 | $48,010 | +10% in Omaha |
| Cashier | $29,130 | $31,270 | +7% in Omaha |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cleveland or Omaha cheaper to live in?
Cleveland 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 Cleveland?
About $58,715 a year gives the same standard of living in Omaha.
Where do people earn more, Cleveland or Omaha?
The typical household earns $44,004 in Cleveland and $78,947 in Omaha, 44% more in Omaha.