salaryLexington-Fayette is 16% 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
$2,334
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,799
$1,239
💵 Families earn per year
$110,892
$74,933
🔑 Buying a house
$586,800
$293,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,801
$2,542
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$140
👥 People living there
214,169
323,725
Commute to work
33.4 min
20.9 min
College degree
21.4%
48.3%
Own their home
66.8%
53.8%
Below poverty line
9.9%
14.9%
Unemployment
6.5%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Fontana for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fontana or Lexington-Fayette cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette is about 16% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $2,334 in Fontana.
What salary do I need in Lexington-Fayette to match $60,000 in Fontana?
About $50,337 a year gives the same standard of living in Lexington-Fayette.
Where do people earn more, Fontana or Lexington-Fayette?
The typical household earns $110,892 in Fontana and $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette, 48% more in Fontana.
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