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
$1,246
$1,448
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,088
$1,367
💵 Families earn per year
$64,435
$78,947
🔑 Buying a house
$184,500
$245,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.9
91.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,760
$4,128
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$131
👥 People living there
680,130
488,837
Commute to work
23.4 min
19.6 min
College degree
28.1%
40.1%
Own their home
60.8%
57.4%
Below poverty line
18.4%
13.5%
Unemployment
6%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick El Paso 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 | El Paso | Omaha | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $21,870 | $34,290 | +57% in Omaha |
| Medical Assistant | $35,790 | $48,010 | +34% in Omaha |
| HVAC Technician | $47,270 | $62,570 | +32% in Omaha |
| Restaurant Cook | $28,990 | $37,840 | +31% in Omaha |
| Electrician | $48,140 | $62,440 | +30% in Omaha |
| Civil Engineer | $79,090 | $102,020 | +29% in Omaha |
| Physician Assistant | $107,220 | $134,130 | +25% in Omaha |
| Carpenter | $42,430 | $52,800 | +24% in Omaha |
Frequently asked questions
Is El Paso or Omaha cheaper to live in?
El Paso 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 El Paso?
About $61,334 a year gives the same standard of living in Omaha.
Where do people earn more, El Paso or Omaha?
The typical household earns $64,435 in El Paso and $78,947 in Omaha, 18% more in Omaha.