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
$1,530
$1,328
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,235
$1,219
💵 Families earn per year
$62,992
$77,509
🔑 Buying a house
$188,000
$264,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.0
91.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,915
$4,023
⚡ Electric bill per month
$190
$104
👥 People living there
210,815
294,856
Commute to work
19.1 min
18.4 min
College degree
29%
41.8%
Own their home
47.4%
56.1%
Below poverty line
17.7%
12.7%
Unemployment
7.9%
3.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Fayetteville for cheaper homes.
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fayetteville | Lincoln | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $48,160 | $93,680 | +95% in Lincoln |
| Truck Driver | $49,980 | $81,790 | +64% in Lincoln |
| Firefighter | $36,820 | $59,760 | +62% in Lincoln |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,520 | $36,080 | +22% in Lincoln |
| Medical Assistant | $39,870 | $47,190 | +18% in Lincoln |
| Customer Service Representative | $35,130 | $41,430 | +18% in Lincoln |
| Plumber | $51,740 | $60,670 | +17% in Lincoln |
| Software Developer | $122,900 | $101,690 | -17% in Lincoln |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fayetteville or Lincoln cheaper to live in?
Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville?
About $59,741 a year gives the same standard of living in Lincoln.
Where do people earn more, Fayetteville or Lincoln?
The typical household earns $62,992 in Fayetteville and $77,509 in Lincoln, 19% more in Lincoln.