salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Winston-Salem to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,328
$1,457
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,219
$1,107
💵 Families earn per year
$77,509
$63,921
🔑 Buying a house
$264,000
$233,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
92.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,023
$2,025
⚡ Electric bill per month
$104
$136
👥 People living there
294,856
252,037
Commute to work
18.4 min
21.5 min
College degree
41.8%
39.5%
Own their home
56.1%
55.6%
Below poverty line
12.7%
17.7%
Unemployment
3.3%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Winston-Salem for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lincoln | Winston-Salem | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $59,760 | $35,730 | -40% in Winston-Salem |
| Police Officer | $93,680 | $57,440 | -39% in Winston-Salem |
| Truck Driver | $81,790 | $51,320 | -37% in Winston-Salem |
| Market Research Analyst | $58,750 | $73,320 | +25% in Winston-Salem |
| Lawyer | $101,300 | $126,250 | +25% in Winston-Salem |
| Software Developer | $101,690 | $124,130 | +22% in Winston-Salem |
| Accountant | $65,170 | $78,950 | +21% in Winston-Salem |
| Plumber | $60,670 | $49,240 | -19% in Winston-Salem |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln or Winston-Salem cheaper to live in?
Lincoln and Winston-Salem cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Winston-Salem to match $60,000 in Lincoln?
About $60,303 a year gives the same standard of living in Winston-Salem.
Where do people earn more, Lincoln or Winston-Salem?
The typical household earns $77,509 in Lincoln and $63,921 in Winston-Salem, 21% more in Lincoln.