Columbus, Ohio vs. Lincoln, Nebraska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lincoln, Nebraska is 5.9% more expensive than Columbus, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $50,833 in Lincoln, Nebraska to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lincoln, Nebraska is more expensive than Columbus, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% more expensive in Lincoln
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. Lincoln, NE
Compared to Columbus, Lincoln is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.6% lower
  Commute
  15.6% lower
  Health
  50.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% higher