salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Oklahoma City to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,328
$1,327
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,219
$1,191
💵 Families earn per year
$77,509
$74,045
🔑 Buying a house
$264,000
$231,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
90.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,023
$2,311
⚡ Electric bill per month
$104
$144
👥 People living there
294,856
697,125
Commute to work
18.4 min
22.2 min
College degree
41.8%
34.7%
Own their home
56.1%
58.6%
Below poverty line
12.7%
15.1%
Unemployment
3.3%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Oklahoma City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lincoln | Oklahoma City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,080 | $18,200 | -50% in Oklahoma City |
| Truck Driver | $81,790 | $54,720 | -33% in Oklahoma City |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,940 | $48,780 | -21% in Oklahoma City |
| Software Developer | $101,690 | $122,390 | +20% in Oklahoma City |
| Police Officer | $93,680 | $75,270 | -20% in Oklahoma City |
| Accountant | $65,170 | $77,280 | +19% in Oklahoma City |
| Medical Assistant | $47,190 | $39,810 | -16% in Oklahoma City |
| Warehouse Worker | $40,450 | $37,010 | -9% in Oklahoma City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln or Oklahoma City cheaper to live in?
Lincoln and Oklahoma City cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Oklahoma City to match $60,000 in Lincoln?
About $59,231 a year gives the same standard of living in Oklahoma City.
Where do people earn more, Lincoln or Oklahoma City?
The typical household earns $77,509 in Lincoln and $74,045 in Oklahoma City, 5% more in Lincoln.