Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
16% cheaper
Omaha is 16% more affordable than Springfield. A $75,000 salary in Springfield is equivalent to $63,084 in Omaha.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Omaha has a housing index of 76 while Springfield sits at 106 (national average = 100). The median home in Omaha costs $230,000 compared to $230,000 in Springfield, a difference of $0. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,100 in Omaha versus $1,200 in Springfield.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Omaha scores 97 while Springfield scores 104. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Omaha (96) are lower than Springfield (114).
Median household income in Omaha is $59,612 compared to $41,612 in Springfield. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Omaha.
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