salaryLincoln is 9% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Paradise to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,328
$1,532
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,219
$1,510
💵 Families earn per year
$77,509
$63,836
🔑 Buying a house
$264,000
$384,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,023
$1,553
⚡ Electric bill per month
$104
$142
👥 People living there
294,856
185,913
Commute to work
18.4 min
23.2 min
College degree
41.8%
24.1%
Own their home
56.1%
41.9%
Below poverty line
12.7%
17.6%
Unemployment
3.3%
9.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lincoln | Paradise | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $101,300 | $150,510 | +49% in Paradise |
| Software Developer | $101,690 | $129,940 | +28% in Paradise |
| Market Research Analyst | $58,750 | $74,670 | +27% in Paradise |
| Truck Driver | $81,790 | $60,650 | -26% in Paradise |
| Carpenter | $49,910 | $62,380 | +25% in Paradise |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,080 | $27,110 | -25% in Paradise |
| Accountant | $65,170 | $80,530 | +24% in Paradise |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,070 | $75,920 | +20% in Paradise |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln or Paradise cheaper to live in?
Lincoln is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,328 a month there versus $1,532 in Paradise.
What salary do I need in Paradise to match $60,000 in Lincoln?
About $65,657 a year gives the same standard of living in Paradise.
Where do people earn more, Lincoln or Paradise?
The typical household earns $77,509 in Lincoln and $63,836 in Paradise, 21% more in Lincoln.