salaryLexington-Fayette is 10% 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
$2,270
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,096
$1,239
💵 Families earn per year
$132,171
$74,933
🔑 Buying a house
$575,100
$293,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,417
$2,542
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$140
👥 People living there
280,262
323,725
Commute to work
25.9 min
20.9 min
College degree
48.2%
48.3%
Own their home
73.1%
53.8%
Below poverty line
5.3%
14.9%
Unemployment
3.5%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Gilbert for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Gilbert | Lexington-Fayette | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $61,780 | $36,490 | -41% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Police Officer | $85,050 | $61,720 | -27% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $34,910 | -27% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Dental Hygienist | $102,520 | $80,110 | -22% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Registered Nurse | $100,830 | $79,040 | -22% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,080 | $61,480 | -21% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Operations Manager | $98,610 | $80,440 | -18% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Lawyer | $135,670 | $111,040 | -18% in Lexington-Fayette |
Frequently asked questions
Is Gilbert or Lexington-Fayette cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $2,270 in Gilbert.
What salary do I need in Lexington-Fayette to match $60,000 in Gilbert?
About $53,945 a year gives the same standard of living in Lexington-Fayette.
Where do people earn more, Gilbert or Lexington-Fayette?
The typical household earns $132,171 in Gilbert and $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette, 76% more in Gilbert.
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