salaryLexington-Fayette is 20% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Diego to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,463
$3,011
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,239
$2,589
💵 Families earn per year
$74,933
$116,561
🔑 Buying a house
$293,500
$906,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
111.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,542
$5,945
⚡ Electric bill per month
$140
$131
👥 People living there
323,725
1,389,526
Commute to work
20.9 min
23.5 min
College degree
48.3%
51%
Own their home
53.8%
47.3%
Below poverty line
14.9%
11%
Unemployment
4.9%
6%
Bottom line
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick San Diego for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lexington-Fayette | San Diego | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $36,490 | $70,900 | +94% in San Diego |
| Police Officer | $61,720 | $110,400 | +79% in San Diego |
| Registered Nurse | $79,040 | $139,520 | +77% in San Diego |
| Lawyer | $111,040 | $178,220 | +61% in San Diego |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,460 | $97,000 | +58% in San Diego |
| Dental Hygienist | $80,110 | $123,790 | +55% in San Diego |
| Operations Manager | $80,440 | $119,600 | +49% in San Diego |
| Physician Assistant | $112,230 | $165,160 | +47% in San Diego |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lexington-Fayette or San Diego cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette is about 20% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $3,011 in San Diego.
What salary do I need in San Diego to match $60,000 in Lexington-Fayette?
About $72,271 a year gives the same standard of living in San Diego.
Where do people earn more, Lexington-Fayette or San Diego?
The typical household earns $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette and $116,561 in San Diego, 36% more in San Diego.
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