Lincoln, Nebraska vs. Denver, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Denver, Colorado is 39.7% more expensive than Lincoln, Nebraska.

You would need a salary of $167,607 in Denver, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Denver, Colorado is more expensive than Lincoln, Nebraska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
118% more expensive in Denver
than in Lincoln, Nebraska
Lincoln, NE vs. Denver, CO
Compared to Lincoln, Denver is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.7% 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
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  136.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% higher
  Commute
  52.8% higher
  Health
  37.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% higher