salaryLexington-Fayette is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tucson to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,463
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,239
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$74,933
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$293,500
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,542
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$140
$143
👥 People living there
323,725
547,073
Commute to work
20.9 min
21.9 min
College degree
48.3%
31.1%
Own their home
53.8%
51.8%
Below poverty line
14.9%
18.9%
Unemployment
4.9%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lexington-Fayette | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $36,490 | $47,960 | +31% in Tucson |
| Police Officer | $61,720 | $76,970 | +25% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,480 | $75,940 | +24% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,460 | $47,220 | -23% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $103,090 | $81,490 | -21% in Tucson |
| Dental Hygienist | $80,110 | $96,740 | +21% in Tucson |
| Registered Nurse | $79,040 | $94,110 | +19% in Tucson |
| Physician Assistant | $112,230 | $129,880 | +16% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lexington-Fayette or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $1,358 in Tucson.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Lexington-Fayette?
About $62,588 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Lexington-Fayette or Tucson?
The typical household earns $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette and $61,553 in Tucson, 22% more in Lexington-Fayette.
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