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
$1,535
$1,328
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,400
$1,219
💵 Families earn per year
$74,596
$77,509
🔑 Buying a house
$242,900
$264,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.5
91.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,671
$4,023
⚡ Electric bill per month
$138
$104
👥 People living there
510,612
294,856
Commute to work
21.7 min
18.4 min
College degree
38.4%
41.8%
Own their home
55.4%
56.1%
Below poverty line
14.6%
12.7%
Unemployment
4.4%
3.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Kansas City for cheaper homes.
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Kansas City | Lincoln | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $62,960 | $93,680 | +49% in Lincoln |
| Truck Driver | $60,170 | $81,790 | +36% in Lincoln |
| Lawyer | $134,640 | $101,300 | -25% in Lincoln |
| Electrician | $76,860 | $60,680 | -21% in Lincoln |
| Plumber | $76,150 | $60,670 | -20% in Lincoln |
| Carpenter | $61,810 | $49,910 | -19% in Lincoln |
| Market Research Analyst | $72,580 | $58,750 | -19% in Lincoln |
| Software Developer | $124,990 | $101,690 | -19% in Lincoln |
Frequently asked questions
Is Kansas City or Lincoln cheaper to live in?
Kansas City 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 Kansas City?
About $59,376 a year gives the same standard of living in Lincoln.
Where do people earn more, Kansas City or Lincoln?
The typical household earns $74,596 in Kansas City and $77,509 in Lincoln, 4% more in Lincoln.