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
$1,327
$1,448
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,191
$1,367
💵 Families earn per year
$74,045
$78,947
🔑 Buying a house
$231,300
$245,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
90.4
91.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,311
$4,128
⚡ Electric bill per month
$144
$131
👥 People living there
697,125
488,837
Commute to work
22.2 min
19.6 min
College degree
34.7%
40.1%
Own their home
58.6%
57.4%
Below poverty line
15.1%
13.5%
Unemployment
4.7%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Oklahoma City 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 | Oklahoma City | Omaha | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,200 | $34,290 | +88% in Omaha |
| Elementary School Teacher | $48,780 | $62,670 | +28% in Omaha |
| Lawyer | $103,490 | $131,730 | +27% in Omaha |
| Medical Assistant | $39,810 | $48,010 | +21% in Omaha |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,010 | $42,550 | +15% in Omaha |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,330 | $44,260 | +13% in Omaha |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,160 | $33,260 | +10% in Omaha |
| Nursing Assistant | $36,560 | $40,020 | +9% in Omaha |
Frequently asked questions
Is Oklahoma City or Omaha cheaper to live in?
Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma City?
About $60,997 a year gives the same standard of living in Omaha.
Where do people earn more, Oklahoma City or Omaha?
The typical household earns $74,045 in Oklahoma City and $78,947 in Omaha, 6% more in Omaha.