salaryLexington-Fayette is 15% 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
$2,666
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,239
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$74,933
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$293,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$2,542
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$140
👥 People living there
236,254
323,725
Commute to work
26.2 min
20.9 min
College degree
77.1%
48.3%
Own their home
41.3%
53.8%
Below poverty line
7.4%
14.9%
Unemployment
3.3%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, 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 | Arlington | Lexington-Fayette | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $80,440 | -49% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Firefighter | $66,980 | $36,490 | -46% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $111,040 | -43% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Dental Hygienist | $119,170 | $80,110 | -33% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $61,720 | -27% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | $65,280 | -25% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $95,500 | -25% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $57,320 | -25% in Lexington-Fayette |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Lexington-Fayette cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Lexington-Fayette to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $51,186 a year gives the same standard of living in Lexington-Fayette.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Lexington-Fayette?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette, 105% more in Arlington.
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