salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in New Orleans to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,328
$1,508
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,219
$1,391
💵 Families earn per year
$77,509
$61,077
🔑 Buying a house
$264,000
$315,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,023
$2,606
⚡ Electric bill per month
$104
$196
👥 People living there
294,856
371,853
Commute to work
18.4 min
22.6 min
College degree
41.8%
42.4%
Own their home
56.1%
51.2%
Below poverty line
12.7%
22.6%
Unemployment
3.3%
7.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick New Orleans for a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lincoln | New Orleans | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,080 | $16,640 | -54% in New Orleans |
| Police Officer | $93,680 | $48,970 | -48% in New Orleans |
| Firefighter | $59,760 | $37,250 | -38% in New Orleans |
| Truck Driver | $81,790 | $51,540 | -37% in New Orleans |
| Medical Assistant | $47,190 | $36,780 | -22% in New Orleans |
| Lawyer | $101,300 | $121,290 | +20% in New Orleans |
| Accountant | $65,170 | $77,940 | +20% in New Orleans |
| Restaurant Cook | $37,290 | $30,520 | -18% in New Orleans |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln or New Orleans cheaper to live in?
Lincoln and New Orleans cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in New Orleans to match $60,000 in Lincoln?
About $60,666 a year gives the same standard of living in New Orleans.
Where do people earn more, Lincoln or New Orleans?
The typical household earns $77,509 in Lincoln and $61,077 in New Orleans, 27% more in Lincoln.