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
$1,364
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$1,239
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$74,933
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$293,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$2,542
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$140
👥 People living there
222,791
323,725
Commute to work
19.7 min
20.9 min
College degree
47.2%
48.3%
Own their home
58.3%
53.8%
Below poverty line
12.6%
14.9%
Unemployment
4.1%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | Lexington-Fayette | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $136,340 | $80,440 | -41% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $80,110 | +28% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,990 | $34,910 | +25% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Firefighter | $48,010 | $36,490 | -24% in Lexington-Fayette |
| HVAC Technician | $49,940 | $60,280 | +21% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,900 | $123,070 | +18% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Lawyer | $133,220 | $111,040 | -17% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Nursing Assistant | $35,210 | $39,380 | +12% in Lexington-Fayette |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Lexington-Fayette cheaper to live in?
Huntsville 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 Huntsville?
About $59,882 a year gives the same standard of living in Lexington-Fayette.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Lexington-Fayette?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette, 8% more in Huntsville.
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