salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Louisville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,328
$1,278
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,219
$1,200
💵 Families earn per year
$77,509
$72,097
🔑 Buying a house
$264,000
$233,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,023
$1,989
⚡ Electric bill per month
$104
$167
👥 People living there
294,856
631,818
Commute to work
18.4 min
22.5 min
College degree
41.8%
33.8%
Own their home
56.1%
60.7%
Below poverty line
12.7%
15.8%
Unemployment
3.3%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Louisville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lincoln | Louisville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $93,680 | $63,220 | -33% in Louisville |
| Truck Driver | $81,790 | $59,000 | -28% in Louisville |
| Firefighter | $59,760 | $45,160 | -24% in Louisville |
| Plumber | $60,670 | $74,680 | +23% in Louisville |
| Lawyer | $101,300 | $124,530 | +23% in Louisville |
| Accountant | $65,170 | $76,320 | +17% in Louisville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,080 | $30,180 | -16% in Louisville |
| Warehouse Worker | $40,450 | $46,830 | +16% in Louisville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln or Louisville cheaper to live in?
Lincoln and Louisville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Louisville to match $60,000 in Lincoln?
About $60,978 a year gives the same standard of living in Louisville.
Where do people earn more, Lincoln or Louisville?
The typical household earns $77,509 in Lincoln and $72,097 in Louisville, 8% more in Lincoln.