salaryOmaha is 18% 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
$1,448
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,367
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$78,947
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$245,500
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,128
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$131
$96
👥 People living there
488,837
681,294
Commute to work
19.6 min
30 min
College degree
40.1%
64.2%
Own their home
57.4%
41.5%
Below poverty line
13.5%
15.4%
Unemployment
4.2%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Omaha 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 | Omaha | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $90,620 | $156,460 | +73% in Washington |
| Lawyer | $131,730 | $195,190 | +48% in Washington |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,280 | $87,160 | +40% in Washington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,290 | $46,040 | +34% in Washington |
| Accountant | $77,030 | $102,140 | +33% in Washington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $96,310 | $127,040 | +32% in Washington |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,670 | $79,470 | +27% in Washington |
| Dental Hygienist | $94,170 | $119,170 | +27% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Omaha or Washington cheaper to live in?
Omaha is about 18% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,448 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Omaha?
About $71,080 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Omaha or Washington?
The typical household earns $78,947 in Omaha and $118,495 in Washington, 33% more in Washington.