salaryLincoln is 14% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in St. Paul to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,328
$1,443
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,219
$1,553
💵 Families earn per year
$77,509
$79,155
🔑 Buying a house
$264,000
$294,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
104.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,023
$3,822
⚡ Electric bill per month
$104
$143
👥 People living there
294,856
307,284
Commute to work
18.4 min
21.1 min
College degree
41.8%
43.8%
Own their home
56.1%
52.9%
Below poverty line
12.7%
15.6%
Unemployment
3.3%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick St. Paul for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lincoln | St. Paul | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $60,670 | $101,630 | +68% in St. Paul |
| Market Research Analyst | $58,750 | $97,910 | +67% in St. Paul |
| Lawyer | $101,300 | $159,620 | +58% in St. Paul |
| Carpenter | $49,910 | $74,060 | +48% in St. Paul |
| Electrician | $60,680 | $81,890 | +35% in St. Paul |
| Firefighter | $59,760 | $39,350 | -34% in St. Paul |
| Accountant | $65,170 | $86,500 | +33% in St. Paul |
| HVAC Technician | $59,350 | $77,490 | +31% in St. Paul |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln or St. Paul cheaper to live in?
Lincoln is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,328 a month there versus $1,443 in St. Paul.
What salary do I need in St. Paul to match $60,000 in Lincoln?
About $68,675 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Paul.
Where do people earn more, Lincoln or St. Paul?
The typical household earns $77,509 in Lincoln and $79,155 in St. Paul, 2% more in St. Paul.