salaryLexington-Fayette is 8% 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
$1,901
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$1,239
💵 Families earn per year
$91,476
$74,933
🔑 Buying a house
$452,600
$293,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,765
$2,542
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$140
👥 People living there
487,887
323,725
Commute to work
22.7 min
20.9 min
College degree
42.7%
48.3%
Own their home
60.9%
53.8%
Below poverty line
9%
14.9%
Unemployment
5.6%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Colorado Springs 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 | Colorado Springs | Lexington-Fayette | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $63,110 | $36,490 | -42% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Operations Manager | $120,770 | $80,440 | -33% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Police Officer | $91,580 | $61,720 | -33% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Dental Hygienist | $118,410 | $80,110 | -32% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Market Research Analyst | $90,210 | $65,280 | -28% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $128,740 | $95,500 | -26% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,230 | $34,910 | -24% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Registered Nurse | $96,140 | $79,040 | -18% in Lexington-Fayette |
Frequently asked questions
Is Colorado Springs or Lexington-Fayette cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $1,901 in Colorado Springs.
What salary do I need in Lexington-Fayette to match $60,000 in Colorado Springs?
About $55,342 a year gives the same standard of living in Lexington-Fayette.
Where do people earn more, Colorado Springs or Lexington-Fayette?
The typical household earns $91,476 in Colorado Springs and $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette, 22% more in Colorado Springs.
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