salaryLexington-Fayette is 12% cheaperBased 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
$1,651
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,565
$1,239
💵 Families earn per year
$111,392
$74,933
🔑 Buying a house
$395,900
$293,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,982
$2,542
⚡ Electric bill per month
$136
$140
👥 People living there
288,976
323,725
Commute to work
18.8 min
20.9 min
College degree
38.7%
48.3%
Own their home
63.9%
53.8%
Below poverty line
8.9%
14.9%
Unemployment
4.6%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Anchorage for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anchorage | Lexington-Fayette | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $115,020 | $61,720 | -46% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Firefighter | $64,810 | $36,490 | -44% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Dental Hygienist | $132,740 | $80,110 | -40% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Plumber | $93,600 | $61,870 | -34% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,080 | $34,910 | +34% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Operations Manager | $120,030 | $80,440 | -33% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Registered Nurse | $115,290 | $79,040 | -31% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Electrician | $82,440 | $57,320 | -30% in Lexington-Fayette |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anchorage or Lexington-Fayette cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $1,651 in Anchorage.
What salary do I need in Lexington-Fayette to match $60,000 in Anchorage?
About $52,868 a year gives the same standard of living in Lexington-Fayette.
Where do people earn more, Anchorage or Lexington-Fayette?
The typical household earns $111,392 in Anchorage and $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette, 49% more in Anchorage.
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