Pierre, South Dakota vs. Lincoln, Nebraska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lincoln, Nebraska is 7.6% more expensive than Pierre, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $75,353 in Lincoln, Nebraska to maintain the standard of living you have in Pierre, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lincoln, Nebraska is more expensive than Pierre, South Dakota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
77% more expensive in Lincoln
than in Pierre, South Dakota
Pierre, SD vs. Lincoln, NE
Compared to Pierre, Lincoln is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.6% 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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.8% lower
  Commute
  32.2% higher
  Health
  14.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% higher