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
$1,537
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,239
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$74,933
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$293,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$2,542
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$140
👥 People living there
185,783
323,725
Commute to work
18.5 min
20.9 min
College degree
36%
48.3%
Own their home
52.4%
53.8%
Below poverty line
19.1%
14.9%
Unemployment
5.4%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga for cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chattanooga | Lexington-Fayette | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,240 | $34,910 | +44% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Lawyer | $147,640 | $111,040 | -25% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Operations Manager | $102,920 | $80,440 | -22% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Firefighter | $46,060 | $36,490 | -21% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Electrician | $72,330 | $57,320 | -21% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $61,720 | +20% in Lexington-Fayette |
| HVAC Technician | $50,950 | $60,280 | +18% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Software Developer | $106,750 | $123,510 | +16% in Lexington-Fayette |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Lexington-Fayette cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga?
About $60,935 a year gives the same standard of living in Lexington-Fayette.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Lexington-Fayette?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette, 7% more in Lexington-Fayette.
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