salaryLexington-Fayette is 7% 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
$2,044
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,857
$1,239
💵 Families earn per year
$97,214
$74,933
🔑 Buying a house
$484,900
$293,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,520
$2,542
⚡ Electric bill per month
$151
$140
👥 People living there
332,141
323,725
Commute to work
24.3 min
20.9 min
College degree
37.4%
48.3%
Own their home
66.1%
53.8%
Below poverty line
9%
14.9%
Unemployment
6.8%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Henderson for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Henderson | Lexington-Fayette | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $59,280 | $36,490 | -38% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,110 | $34,910 | +29% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Dental Hygienist | $109,210 | $80,110 | -27% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Lawyer | $150,510 | $111,040 | -26% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Registered Nurse | $103,940 | $79,040 | -24% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Police Officer | $77,750 | $61,720 | -21% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Electrician | $70,890 | $57,320 | -19% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,920 | $61,480 | -19% in Lexington-Fayette |
Frequently asked questions
Is Henderson or Lexington-Fayette cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $2,044 in Henderson.
What salary do I need in Lexington-Fayette to match $60,000 in Henderson?
About $55,614 a year gives the same standard of living in Lexington-Fayette.
Where do people earn more, Henderson or Lexington-Fayette?
The typical household earns $97,214 in Henderson and $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette, 30% more in Henderson.
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