Downey, California vs. Lincoln, Nebraska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lincoln, Nebraska is 40.0% cheaper than Downey, California.

You would need a salary of $30,000 in Lincoln, Nebraska to maintain the standard of living you have in Downey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lincoln, Nebraska is cheaper than Downey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Lincoln
than in Downey, California
Downey, CA vs. Lincoln, NE
Compared to Downey, Lincoln is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  40.0% lower
      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
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.4% lower
  Commute
  52.1% lower
  Health
  49.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.4% lower