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
$1,242
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$1,239
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$74,933
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$293,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$2,542
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$140
👥 People living there
268,589
323,725
Commute to work
21.5 min
20.9 min
College degree
29%
48.3%
Own their home
61.9%
53.8%
Below poverty line
16%
14.9%
Unemployment
5.6%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Wayne | Lexington-Fayette | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $75,860 | $36,490 | -52% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Operations Manager | $107,780 | $80,440 | -25% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Police Officer | $79,210 | $61,720 | -22% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $28,650 | $34,910 | +22% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Software Developer | $101,560 | $123,510 | +22% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Plumber | $77,110 | $61,870 | -20% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Electrician | $71,290 | $57,320 | -20% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Civil Engineer | $88,920 | $103,090 | +16% in Lexington-Fayette |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Lexington-Fayette cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne 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 Fort Wayne?
About $60,205 a year gives the same standard of living in Lexington-Fayette.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Lexington-Fayette?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette, 12% more in Lexington-Fayette.
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