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
$1,530
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,235
$1,239
💵 Families earn per year
$62,992
$74,933
🔑 Buying a house
$188,000
$293,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.0
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,915
$2,542
⚡ Electric bill per month
$190
$140
👥 People living there
210,815
323,725
Commute to work
19.1 min
20.9 min
College degree
29%
48.3%
Own their home
47.4%
53.8%
Below poverty line
17.7%
14.9%
Unemployment
7.9%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Fayetteville for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for lower rent, higher incomes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fayetteville | Lexington-Fayette | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $48,160 | $61,720 | +28% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Plumber | $51,740 | $61,870 | +20% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,520 | $34,910 | +18% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Operations Manager | $96,970 | $80,440 | -17% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Physician Assistant | $134,300 | $112,230 | -16% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Dental Hygienist | $93,330 | $80,110 | -14% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Truck Driver | $49,980 | $56,950 | +14% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Elementary School Teacher | $54,350 | $61,460 | +13% in Lexington-Fayette |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fayetteville or Lexington-Fayette cheaper to live in?
Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville?
About $60,594 a year gives the same standard of living in Lexington-Fayette.
Where do people earn more, Fayetteville or Lexington-Fayette?
The typical household earns $62,992 in Fayetteville and $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette, 16% more in Lexington-Fayette.
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