salaryLexington-Fayette is 13% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Minneapolis to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,463
$1,649
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,239
$1,805
💵 Families earn per year
$74,933
$87,192
🔑 Buying a house
$293,500
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
104.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,542
$4,339
⚡ Electric bill per month
$140
$91
👥 People living there
323,725
427,246
Commute to work
20.9 min
22 min
College degree
48.3%
55.5%
Own their home
53.8%
47.7%
Below poverty line
14.9%
16%
Unemployment
4.9%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Minneapolis for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lexington-Fayette | Minneapolis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $61,870 | $101,630 | +64% in Minneapolis |
| Police Officer | $61,720 | $97,190 | +57% in Minneapolis |
| Market Research Analyst | $65,280 | $97,910 | +50% in Minneapolis |
| Lawyer | $111,040 | $159,620 | +44% in Minneapolis |
| Electrician | $57,320 | $81,890 | +43% in Minneapolis |
| Carpenter | $52,030 | $74,060 | +42% in Minneapolis |
| Dental Hygienist | $80,110 | $112,630 | +41% in Minneapolis |
| Registered Nurse | $79,040 | $103,040 | +30% in Minneapolis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lexington-Fayette or Minneapolis cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $1,649 in Minneapolis.
What salary do I need in Minneapolis to match $60,000 in Lexington-Fayette?
About $67,708 a year gives the same standard of living in Minneapolis.
Where do people earn more, Lexington-Fayette or Minneapolis?
The typical household earns $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette and $87,192 in Minneapolis, 14% more in Minneapolis.
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