salaryLexington-Fayette is 17% 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
$2,808
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,306
$1,239
💵 Families earn per year
$116,513
$74,933
🔑 Buying a house
$758,700
$293,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
111.9
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,058
$2,542
⚡ Electric bill per month
$137
$140
👥 People living there
276,375
323,725
Commute to work
28.6 min
20.9 min
College degree
33.2%
48.3%
Own their home
59.8%
53.8%
Below poverty line
8.7%
14.9%
Unemployment
8%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Chula Vista for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chula Vista | Lexington-Fayette | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $70,900 | $36,490 | -49% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Police Officer | $110,400 | $61,720 | -44% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Registered Nurse | $139,520 | $79,040 | -43% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Lawyer | $178,220 | $111,040 | -38% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Elementary School Teacher | $97,000 | $61,460 | -37% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Dental Hygienist | $123,790 | $80,110 | -35% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Operations Manager | $119,600 | $80,440 | -33% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Physician Assistant | $165,160 | $112,230 | -32% in Lexington-Fayette |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chula Vista or Lexington-Fayette cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette is about 17% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $2,808 in Chula Vista.
What salary do I need in Lexington-Fayette to match $60,000 in Chula Vista?
About $49,812 a year gives the same standard of living in Lexington-Fayette.
Where do people earn more, Chula Vista or Lexington-Fayette?
The typical household earns $116,513 in Chula Vista and $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette, 55% more in Chula Vista.
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