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
$1,246
$1,328
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,088
$1,219
💵 Families earn per year
$64,435
$77,509
🔑 Buying a house
$184,500
$264,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.9
91.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,760
$4,023
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$104
👥 People living there
680,130
294,856
Commute to work
23.4 min
18.4 min
College degree
28.1%
41.8%
Own their home
60.8%
56.1%
Below poverty line
18.4%
12.7%
Unemployment
6%
3.3%
Bottom line
- Pick El Paso 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 | El Paso | Lincoln | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck Driver | $49,270 | $81,790 | +66% in Lincoln |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $21,870 | $36,080 | +65% in Lincoln |
| Medical Assistant | $35,790 | $47,190 | +32% in Lincoln |
| Restaurant Cook | $28,990 | $37,290 | +29% in Lincoln |
| Lawyer | $140,550 | $101,300 | -28% in Lincoln |
| Electrician | $48,140 | $60,680 | +26% in Lincoln |
| HVAC Technician | $47,270 | $59,350 | +26% in Lincoln |
| Police Officer | $76,400 | $93,680 | +23% in Lincoln |
Frequently asked questions
Is El Paso or Lincoln cheaper to live in?
El Paso 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 El Paso?
About $61,114 a year gives the same standard of living in Lincoln.
Where do people earn more, El Paso or Lincoln?
The typical household earns $64,435 in El Paso and $77,509 in Lincoln, 17% more in Lincoln.