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
$1,463
$1,328
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,239
$1,219
💵 Families earn per year
$74,933
$77,509
🔑 Buying a house
$293,500
$264,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
91.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,542
$4,023
⚡ Electric bill per month
$140
$104
👥 People living there
323,725
294,856
Commute to work
20.9 min
18.4 min
College degree
48.3%
41.8%
Own their home
53.8%
56.1%
Below poverty line
14.9%
12.7%
Unemployment
4.9%
3.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for a more educated workforce.
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lexington-Fayette | Lincoln | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $36,490 | $59,760 | +64% in Lincoln |
| Police Officer | $61,720 | $93,680 | +52% in Lincoln |
| Truck Driver | $56,950 | $81,790 | +44% in Lincoln |
| Dental Hygienist | $80,110 | $95,100 | +19% in Lincoln |
| Software Developer | $123,510 | $101,690 | -18% in Lincoln |
| Medical Assistant | $40,370 | $47,190 | +17% in Lincoln |
| Accountant | $77,780 | $65,170 | -16% in Lincoln |
| Operations Manager | $80,440 | $92,780 | +15% in Lincoln |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lexington-Fayette or Lincoln cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette 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 Lexington-Fayette?
About $59,155 a year gives the same standard of living in Lincoln.
Where do people earn more, Lexington-Fayette or Lincoln?
The typical household earns $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette and $77,509 in Lincoln, 3% more in Lincoln.
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