salaryLexington-Fayette is 5% 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
$1,797
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$1,239
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$74,933
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$293,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$2,542
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$140
👥 People living there
291,467
323,725
Commute to work
22.3 min
20.9 min
College degree
57.3%
48.3%
Own their home
52.3%
53.8%
Below poverty line
11.7%
14.9%
Unemployment
3.8%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham 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 | Durham | Lexington-Fayette | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $93,110 | $65,280 | -30% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Operations Manager | $113,930 | $80,440 | -29% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,460 | $80,110 | -21% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Elementary School Teacher | $51,400 | $61,460 | +20% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Lawyer | $132,790 | $111,040 | -16% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,800 | $39,160 | -16% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Physician Assistant | $132,670 | $112,230 | -15% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Medical Assistant | $46,450 | $40,370 | -13% in Lexington-Fayette |
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Lexington-Fayette cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $1,797 in Durham.
What salary do I need in Lexington-Fayette to match $60,000 in Durham?
About $57,120 a year gives the same standard of living in Lexington-Fayette.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Lexington-Fayette?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette, 17% more in Durham.
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