salaryLexington-Fayette is 7% 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
$1,887
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,239
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$74,933
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$293,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$2,542
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$140
👥 People living there
179,898
323,725
Commute to work
27.2 min
20.9 min
College degree
38.5%
48.3%
Own their home
66.4%
53.8%
Below poverty line
9.5%
14.9%
Unemployment
5.8%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, cheaper homes, less poverty.
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Lexington-Fayette cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $1,887 in Aurora.
What salary do I need in Lexington-Fayette to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $55,757 a year gives the same standard of living in Lexington-Fayette.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Lexington-Fayette?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette, 35% more in Aurora.
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