salaryLincoln is 4% cheaperBased 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
$1,751
$1,328
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,396
$1,219
💵 Families earn per year
$74,533
$77,509
🔑 Buying a house
$244,500
$264,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
91.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,493
$4,023
⚡ Electric bill per month
$100
$104
👥 People living there
198,535
294,856
Commute to work
19 min
18.4 min
College degree
41.6%
41.8%
Own their home
54%
56.1%
Below poverty line
16.9%
12.7%
Unemployment
5.2%
3.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Grand Rapids for cheaper homes.
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Grand Rapids | Lincoln | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck Driver | $58,270 | $81,790 | +40% in Lincoln |
| Police Officer | $74,920 | $93,680 | +25% in Lincoln |
| Plumber | $80,440 | $60,670 | -25% in Lincoln |
| Lawyer | $129,360 | $101,300 | -22% in Lincoln |
| Medical Assistant | $39,890 | $47,190 | +18% in Lincoln |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $42,930 | $36,080 | -16% in Lincoln |
| Carpenter | $59,000 | $49,910 | -15% in Lincoln |
| Accountant | $76,270 | $65,170 | -15% in Lincoln |
Frequently asked questions
Is Grand Rapids or Lincoln cheaper to live in?
Lincoln is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,328 a month there versus $1,751 in Grand Rapids.
What salary do I need in Lincoln to match $60,000 in Grand Rapids?
About $57,510 a year gives the same standard of living in Lincoln.
Where do people earn more, Grand Rapids or Lincoln?
The typical household earns $74,533 in Grand Rapids and $77,509 in Lincoln, 4% more in Lincoln.