salaryLexington-Fayette is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Paradise to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,463
$1,532
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,239
$1,510
💵 Families earn per year
$74,933
$63,836
🔑 Buying a house
$293,500
$384,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,542
$1,553
⚡ Electric bill per month
$140
$142
👥 People living there
323,725
185,913
Commute to work
20.9 min
23.2 min
College degree
48.3%
24.1%
Own their home
53.8%
41.9%
Below poverty line
14.9%
17.6%
Unemployment
4.9%
9.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lexington-Fayette | Paradise | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $36,490 | $59,280 | +62% in Paradise |
| Dental Hygienist | $80,110 | $109,210 | +36% in Paradise |
| Lawyer | $111,040 | $150,510 | +36% in Paradise |
| Registered Nurse | $79,040 | $103,940 | +32% in Paradise |
| Police Officer | $61,720 | $77,750 | +26% in Paradise |
| Electrician | $57,320 | $70,890 | +24% in Paradise |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,480 | $75,920 | +23% in Paradise |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,910 | $27,110 | -22% in Paradise |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lexington-Fayette or Paradise cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $1,532 in Paradise.
What salary do I need in Paradise to match $60,000 in Lexington-Fayette?
About $64,732 a year gives the same standard of living in Paradise.
Where do people earn more, Lexington-Fayette or Paradise?
The typical household earns $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette and $63,836 in Paradise, 17% more in Lexington-Fayette.
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