Lincoln is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Orlando to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,328
$1,955
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,219
$1,897
💵 Families earn per year
$77,509
$78,014
🔑 Buying a house
$264,000
$394,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
101.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,023
$3,213
⚡ Electric bill per month
$104
$164
👥 People living there
294,856
319,758
Commute to work
18.4 min
26.2 min
College degree
41.8%
42.5%
Own their home
56.1%
39.5%
Below poverty line
12.7%
14.7%
Unemployment
3.3%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Orlando for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lincoln | Orlando | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck Driver | $81,790 | $50,250 | -39% in Orlando |
| Lawyer | $101,300 | $136,970 | +35% in Orlando |
| Police Officer | $93,680 | $63,010 | -33% in Orlando |
| Software Developer | $101,690 | $129,620 | +27% in Orlando |
| Market Research Analyst | $58,750 | $72,860 | +24% in Orlando |
| Firefighter | $59,760 | $45,520 | -24% in Orlando |
| Accountant | $65,170 | $78,630 | +21% in Orlando |
| Electrician | $60,680 | $50,820 | -16% in Orlando |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln or Orlando cheaper to live in?
Lincoln is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,328 a month there versus $1,955 in Orlando.
What salary do I need in Orlando to match $60,000 in Lincoln?
About $66,445 a year gives the same standard of living in Orlando.
Where do people earn more, Lincoln or Orlando?
The typical household earns $77,509 in Lincoln and $78,014 in Orlando, 1% more in Orlando.