salaryLincoln is 19% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,328
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,219
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$77,509
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$264,000
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,023
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$104
$96
👥 People living there
294,856
681,294
Commute to work
18.4 min
30 min
College degree
41.8%
64.2%
Own their home
56.1%
41.5%
Below poverty line
12.7%
15.4%
Unemployment
3.3%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lincoln | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $101,300 | $195,190 | +93% in Washington |
| Operations Manager | $92,780 | $156,460 | +69% in Washington |
| Accountant | $65,170 | $102,140 | +57% in Washington |
| Software Developer | $101,690 | $154,930 | +52% in Washington |
| Market Research Analyst | $58,750 | $87,160 | +48% in Washington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $87,500 | $127,040 | +45% in Washington |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,940 | $79,470 | +28% in Washington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,080 | $46,040 | +28% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln or Washington cheaper to live in?
Lincoln is about 19% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,328 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Lincoln?
About $71,336 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Lincoln or Washington?
The typical household earns $77,509 in Lincoln and $118,495 in Washington, 35% more in Washington.