salaryLexington-Fayette is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Providence to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,463
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,239
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$74,933
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$293,500
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,542
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$140
$126
👥 People living there
323,725
191,767
Commute to work
20.9 min
25 min
College degree
48.3%
34.6%
Own their home
53.8%
41.4%
Below poverty line
14.9%
20.7%
Unemployment
4.9%
8.2%
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 | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $36,490 | $66,150 | +81% in Providence |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,460 | $86,720 | +41% in Providence |
| Operations Manager | $80,440 | $110,360 | +37% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $95,500 | $128,580 | +35% in Providence |
| Electrician | $57,320 | $73,980 | +29% in Providence |
| Plumber | $61,870 | $79,820 | +29% in Providence |
| Market Research Analyst | $65,280 | $83,960 | +29% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,480 | $78,990 | +28% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lexington-Fayette or Providence cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Lexington-Fayette?
About $65,738 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Lexington-Fayette or Providence?
The typical household earns $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette and $73,466 in Providence, 2% more in Lexington-Fayette.
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