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
$1,496
$1,328
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,219
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$77,509
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$264,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
91.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$4,023
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$104
👥 People living there
301,198
294,856
Commute to work
21.7 min
18.4 min
College degree
41%
41.8%
Own their home
50.5%
56.1%
Below poverty line
17%
12.7%
Unemployment
5.1%
3.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Lincoln | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $93,680 | +54% in Lincoln |
| Truck Driver | $58,480 | $81,790 | +40% in Lincoln |
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $59,760 | +28% in Lincoln |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,060 | $58,750 | -21% in Lincoln |
| Lawyer | $126,960 | $101,300 | -20% in Lincoln |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,060 | $36,080 | +20% in Lincoln |
| Software Developer | $125,190 | $101,690 | -19% in Lincoln |
| Accountant | $80,170 | $65,170 | -19% in Lincoln |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Lincoln cheaper to live in?
Greensboro 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 Greensboro?
About $59,170 a year gives the same standard of living in Lincoln.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Lincoln?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $77,509 in Lincoln, 14% more in Lincoln.