salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Lexington-Fayette to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,239
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$74,933
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$293,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$2,542
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$140
👥 People living there
201,885
323,725
Commute to work
19.6 min
20.9 min
College degree
26.6%
48.3%
Own their home
59.7%
53.8%
Below poverty line
15.8%
14.9%
Unemployment
3.4%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Lexington-Fayette | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $34,910 | +54% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $103,090 | +36% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Firefighter | $48,420 | $36,490 | -25% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Police Officer | $78,900 | $61,720 | -22% in Lexington-Fayette |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $60,280 | +21% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,560 | $35,970 | +18% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Physician Assistant | $132,990 | $112,230 | -16% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Lawyer | $130,580 | $111,040 | -15% in Lexington-Fayette |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Lexington-Fayette cheaper to live in?
Amarillo and Lexington-Fayette cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Lexington-Fayette to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $60,699 a year gives the same standard of living in Lexington-Fayette.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Lexington-Fayette?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette, 5% more in Lexington-Fayette.
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