Lincoln is 18% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Yonkers to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,328
$2,436
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,219
$2,060
💵 Families earn per year
$77,509
$90,108
🔑 Buying a house
$264,000
$501,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
107.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,023
$9,676
⚡ Electric bill per month
$104
$157
👥 People living there
294,856
209,978
Commute to work
18.4 min
35.6 min
College degree
41.8%
35.7%
Own their home
56.1%
46.2%
Below poverty line
12.7%
13.8%
Unemployment
3.3%
7.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Yonkers for higher incomes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln or Yonkers cheaper to live in?
Lincoln is about 18% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,328 a month there versus $2,436 in Yonkers.
What salary do I need in Yonkers to match $60,000 in Lincoln?
About $70,705 a year gives the same standard of living in Yonkers.
Where do people earn more, Lincoln or Yonkers?
The typical household earns $77,509 in Lincoln and $90,108 in Yonkers, 14% more in Yonkers.