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
$1,544
$1,328
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,219
💵 Families earn per year
$58,281
$77,509
🔑 Buying a house
$239,700
$264,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
91.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,527
$4,023
⚡ Electric bill per month
$180
$104
👥 People living there
195,185
294,856
Commute to work
20.2 min
18.4 min
College degree
34.6%
41.8%
Own their home
46.6%
56.1%
Below poverty line
20.2%
12.7%
Unemployment
4.5%
3.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Knoxville for cheaper homes.
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Knoxville | Lincoln | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $56,380 | $93,680 | +66% in Lincoln |
| Truck Driver | $59,100 | $81,790 | +38% in Lincoln |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $28,100 | $36,080 | +28% in Lincoln |
| Firefighter | $47,160 | $59,760 | +27% in Lincoln |
| Medical Assistant | $38,880 | $47,190 | +21% in Lincoln |
| Lawyer | $126,520 | $101,300 | -20% in Lincoln |
| Physician Assistant | $107,980 | $128,050 | +19% in Lincoln |
| Software Developer | $121,750 | $101,690 | -16% in Lincoln |
Frequently asked questions
Is Knoxville or Lincoln cheaper to live in?
Knoxville 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 Knoxville?
About $59,360 a year gives the same standard of living in Lincoln.
Where do people earn more, Knoxville or Lincoln?
The typical household earns $58,281 in Knoxville and $77,509 in Lincoln, 25% more in Lincoln.