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
$1,535
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,400
$1,239
💵 Families earn per year
$74,596
$74,933
🔑 Buying a house
$242,900
$293,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.5
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,671
$2,542
⚡ Electric bill per month
$138
$140
👥 People living there
510,612
323,725
Commute to work
21.7 min
20.9 min
College degree
38.4%
48.3%
Own their home
55.4%
53.8%
Below poverty line
14.6%
14.9%
Unemployment
4.4%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Kansas City for cheaper homes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Kansas City | Lexington-Fayette | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $60,770 | $36,490 | -40% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Electrician | $76,860 | $57,320 | -25% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Plumber | $76,150 | $61,870 | -19% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Lawyer | $134,640 | $111,040 | -18% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Physician Assistant | $133,350 | $112,230 | -16% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Carpenter | $61,810 | $52,030 | -16% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Dental Hygienist | $92,750 | $80,110 | -14% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Retail Salesperson | $34,320 | $30,100 | -12% in Lexington-Fayette |
Frequently asked questions
Is Kansas City or Lexington-Fayette cheaper to live in?
Kansas City 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 Kansas City?
About $60,224 a year gives the same standard of living in Lexington-Fayette.
Where do people earn more, Kansas City or Lexington-Fayette?
The typical household earns $74,596 in Kansas City and $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette, 0% more in Lexington-Fayette.
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