Lincoln, Nebraska vs. Salina, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salina, Kansas is 18.6% cheaper than Lincoln, Nebraska.

You would need a salary of $40,710 in Salina, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salina, Kansas is cheaper than Lincoln, Nebraska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Salina
than in Lincoln, Nebraska
Lincoln, NE vs. Salina, KS
Compared to Lincoln, Salina is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.6% 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
  3.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.1% higher
  Commute
  19.6% lower
  Health
  21.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.5% lower