salaryLexington-Fayette is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Madison to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,463
$1,723
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,239
$1,628
💵 Families earn per year
$74,933
$84,177
🔑 Buying a house
$293,500
$372,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,542
$6,541
⚡ Electric bill per month
$140
$120
👥 People living there
323,725
278,001
Commute to work
20.9 min
19.4 min
College degree
48.3%
59.9%
Own their home
53.8%
46%
Below poverty line
14.9%
16.4%
Unemployment
4.9%
2.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Madison for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lexington-Fayette | Madison | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $80,440 | $126,620 | +57% in Madison |
| Firefighter | $36,490 | $56,430 | +55% in Madison |
| Plumber | $61,870 | $85,160 | +38% in Madison |
| Electrician | $57,320 | $78,430 | +37% in Madison |
| Police Officer | $61,720 | $80,580 | +31% in Madison |
| Registered Nurse | $79,040 | $101,190 | +28% in Madison |
| Dental Hygienist | $80,110 | $100,340 | +25% in Madison |
| Carpenter | $52,030 | $63,480 | +22% in Madison |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lexington-Fayette or Madison cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $1,723 in Madison.
What salary do I need in Madison to match $60,000 in Lexington-Fayette?
About $62,841 a year gives the same standard of living in Madison.
Where do people earn more, Lexington-Fayette or Madison?
The typical household earns $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette and $84,177 in Madison, 11% more in Madison.
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