salaryLexington-Fayette is 19% 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
$2,109
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,075
$1,239
💵 Families earn per year
$89,656
$74,933
🔑 Buying a house
$486,700
$293,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
114.2
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,516
$2,542
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$140
👥 People living there
185,604
323,725
Commute to work
26.1 min
20.9 min
College degree
40.8%
48.3%
Own their home
54.1%
53.8%
Below poverty line
15%
14.9%
Unemployment
5.3%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Lauderdale for higher incomes.
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Lauderdale | Lexington-Fayette | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $75,710 | $36,490 | -52% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Lawyer | $160,320 | $111,040 | -31% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Operations Manager | $105,640 | $80,440 | -24% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Civil Engineer | $83,750 | $103,090 | +23% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Police Officer | $79,840 | $61,720 | -23% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Market Research Analyst | $78,990 | $65,280 | -17% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Physician Assistant | $132,360 | $112,230 | -15% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Registered Nurse | $91,380 | $79,040 | -14% in Lexington-Fayette |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Lauderdale or Lexington-Fayette cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette is about 19% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $2,109 in Fort Lauderdale.
What salary do I need in Lexington-Fayette to match $60,000 in Fort Lauderdale?
About $48,823 a year gives the same standard of living in Lexington-Fayette.
Where do people earn more, Fort Lauderdale or Lexington-Fayette?
The typical household earns $89,656 in Fort Lauderdale and $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette, 20% more in Fort Lauderdale.
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