salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Omaha to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,278
$1,448
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,200
$1,367
💵 Families earn per year
$72,097
$78,947
🔑 Buying a house
$233,900
$245,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
91.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,989
$4,128
⚡ Electric bill per month
$167
$131
👥 People living there
631,818
488,837
Commute to work
22.5 min
19.6 min
College degree
33.8%
40.1%
Own their home
60.7%
57.4%
Below poverty line
15.8%
13.5%
Unemployment
5.5%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Louisville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Omaha for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Louisville | Omaha | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $45,160 | $61,040 | +35% in Omaha |
| Police Officer | $63,220 | $80,280 | +27% in Omaha |
| Dental Hygienist | $81,390 | $94,170 | +16% in Omaha |
| Plumber | $74,680 | $63,400 | -15% in Omaha |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,180 | $34,290 | +14% in Omaha |
| Software Developer | $110,270 | $125,220 | +14% in Omaha |
| Warehouse Worker | $46,830 | $42,550 | -9% in Omaha |
| Nurse Practitioner | $122,900 | $133,760 | +9% in Omaha |
Frequently asked questions
Is Louisville or Omaha cheaper to live in?
Louisville and Omaha cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Omaha to match $60,000 in Louisville?
About $59,250 a year gives the same standard of living in Omaha.
Where do people earn more, Louisville or Omaha?
The typical household earns $72,097 in Louisville and $78,947 in Omaha, 9% more in Omaha.