salaryLexington-Fayette is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Port St. Lucie to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,463
$2,470
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,239
$1,839
💵 Families earn per year
$74,933
$86,979
🔑 Buying a house
$293,500
$369,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,542
$3,585
⚡ Electric bill per month
$140
$185
👥 People living there
323,725
232,491
Commute to work
20.9 min
30.5 min
College degree
48.3%
28.1%
Own their home
53.8%
84%
Below poverty line
14.9%
9.5%
Unemployment
4.9%
6%
Bottom line
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Port St. Lucie for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lexington-Fayette | Port St. Lucie | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $36,490 | $72,760 | +99% in Port St. Lucie |
| Police Officer | $61,720 | $77,070 | +25% in Port St. Lucie |
| Lawyer | $111,040 | $132,360 | +19% in Port St. Lucie |
| Operations Manager | $80,440 | $94,910 | +18% in Port St. Lucie |
| Plumber | $61,870 | $50,990 | -18% in Port St. Lucie |
| Dental Hygienist | $80,110 | $94,060 | +17% in Port St. Lucie |
| Truck Driver | $56,950 | $48,590 | -15% in Port St. Lucie |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,100 | $34,020 | +13% in Port St. Lucie |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lexington-Fayette or Port St. Lucie cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $2,470 in Port St. Lucie.
What salary do I need in Port St. Lucie to match $60,000 in Lexington-Fayette?
About $64,740 a year gives the same standard of living in Port St. Lucie.
Where do people earn more, Lexington-Fayette or Port St. Lucie?
The typical household earns $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette and $86,979 in Port St. Lucie, 14% more in Port St. Lucie.
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