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
$1,364
$1,328
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$1,219
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$77,509
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$264,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
91.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$4,023
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$104
👥 People living there
222,791
294,856
Commute to work
19.7 min
18.4 min
College degree
47.2%
41.8%
Own their home
58.3%
56.1%
Below poverty line
12.6%
12.7%
Unemployment
4.1%
3.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | Lincoln | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $95,100 | +52% in Lincoln |
| Police Officer | $64,550 | $93,680 | +45% in Lincoln |
| Truck Driver | $56,690 | $81,790 | +44% in Lincoln |
| Operations Manager | $136,340 | $92,780 | -32% in Lincoln |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,990 | $36,080 | +29% in Lincoln |
| Medical Assistant | $36,920 | $47,190 | +28% in Lincoln |
| Firefighter | $48,010 | $59,760 | +24% in Lincoln |
| Lawyer | $133,220 | $101,300 | -24% in Lincoln |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Lincoln cheaper to live in?
Huntsville 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 Huntsville?
About $59,039 a year gives the same standard of living in Lincoln.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Lincoln?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $77,509 in Lincoln, 4% more in Huntsville.