salaryLexington-Fayette is 17% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,463
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,239
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$74,933
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$293,500
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,542
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$140
$96
👥 People living there
323,725
681,294
Commute to work
20.9 min
30 min
College degree
48.3%
64.2%
Own their home
53.8%
41.5%
Below poverty line
14.9%
15.4%
Unemployment
4.9%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lexington-Fayette | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $80,440 | $156,460 | +95% in Washington |
| Firefighter | $36,490 | $66,980 | +84% in Washington |
| Lawyer | $111,040 | $195,190 | +76% in Washington |
| Dental Hygienist | $80,110 | $119,170 | +49% in Washington |
| Police Officer | $61,720 | $84,000 | +36% in Washington |
| Market Research Analyst | $65,280 | $87,160 | +34% in Washington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $95,500 | $127,040 | +33% in Washington |
| Electrician | $57,320 | $75,930 | +32% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lexington-Fayette or Washington cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette is about 17% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Lexington-Fayette?
About $70,332 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Lexington-Fayette or Washington?
The typical household earns $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette and $118,495 in Washington, 37% more in Washington.
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