salaryLincoln is 25% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Miami to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,328
$2,538
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,219
$1,983
💵 Families earn per year
$77,509
$67,365
🔑 Buying a house
$264,000
$518,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
114.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,023
$4,586
⚡ Electric bill per month
$104
$133
👥 People living there
294,856
459,745
Commute to work
18.4 min
27.3 min
College degree
41.8%
37.4%
Own their home
56.1%
30.8%
Below poverty line
12.7%
19.4%
Unemployment
3.3%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lincoln | Miami | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $101,300 | $160,320 | +58% in Miami |
| Truck Driver | $81,790 | $51,580 | -37% in Miami |
| Market Research Analyst | $58,750 | $78,990 | +34% in Miami |
| Software Developer | $101,690 | $132,650 | +30% in Miami |
| Firefighter | $59,760 | $75,710 | +27% in Miami |
| Accountant | $65,170 | $80,920 | +24% in Miami |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $87,500 | $103,650 | +18% in Miami |
| Police Officer | $93,680 | $79,840 | -15% in Miami |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln or Miami cheaper to live in?
Lincoln is about 25% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,328 a month there versus $2,538 in Miami.
What salary do I need in Miami to match $60,000 in Lincoln?
About $74,790 a year gives the same standard of living in Miami.
Where do people earn more, Lincoln or Miami?
The typical household earns $77,509 in Lincoln and $67,365 in Miami, 15% more in Lincoln.