salaryLincoln is 23% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in New York to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,328
$2,806
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,219
$2,016
💵 Families earn per year
$77,509
$86,801
🔑 Buying a house
$264,000
$777,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
112.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,023
$6,547
⚡ Electric bill per month
$104
$132
👥 People living there
294,856
8,483,844
Commute to work
18.4 min
40.3 min
College degree
41.8%
41.6%
Own their home
56.1%
32.8%
Below poverty line
12.7%
17.9%
Unemployment
3.3%
8%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick New York for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lincoln | New York | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $101,300 | $208,880 | +106% in New York |
| Firefighter | $59,760 | $106,420 | +78% in New York |
| Market Research Analyst | $58,750 | $100,520 | +71% in New York |
| Operations Manager | $92,780 | $157,000 | +69% in New York |
| Software Developer | $101,690 | $166,830 | +64% in New York |
| Accountant | $65,170 | $105,650 | +62% in New York |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,940 | $96,900 | +56% in New York |
| Carpenter | $49,910 | $74,300 | +49% in New York |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln or New York cheaper to live in?
Lincoln is about 23% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,328 a month there versus $2,806 in New York.
What salary do I need in New York to match $60,000 in Lincoln?
About $73,747 a year gives the same standard of living in New York.
Where do people earn more, Lincoln or New York?
The typical household earns $77,509 in Lincoln and $86,801 in New York, 11% more in New York.