salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Winston-Salem to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,463
$1,457
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,239
$1,107
💵 Families earn per year
$74,933
$63,921
🔑 Buying a house
$293,500
$233,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
92.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,542
$2,025
⚡ Electric bill per month
$140
$136
👥 People living there
323,725
252,037
Commute to work
20.9 min
21.5 min
College degree
48.3%
39.5%
Own their home
53.8%
55.6%
Below poverty line
14.9%
17.7%
Unemployment
4.9%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Winston-Salem for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lexington-Fayette | Winston-Salem | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $61,870 | $49,240 | -20% in Winston-Salem |
| Operations Manager | $80,440 | $96,840 | +20% in Winston-Salem |
| Dental Hygienist | $80,110 | $95,930 | +20% in Winston-Salem |
| Civil Engineer | $103,090 | $84,170 | -18% in Winston-Salem |
| Physician Assistant | $112,230 | $130,730 | +16% in Winston-Salem |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,910 | $29,550 | -15% in Winston-Salem |
| Lawyer | $111,040 | $126,250 | +14% in Winston-Salem |
| Medical Assistant | $40,370 | $45,810 | +13% in Winston-Salem |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lexington-Fayette or Winston-Salem cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette and Winston-Salem cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Winston-Salem to match $60,000 in Lexington-Fayette?
About $59,454 a year gives the same standard of living in Winston-Salem.
Where do people earn more, Lexington-Fayette or Winston-Salem?
The typical household earns $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette and $63,921 in Winston-Salem, 17% more in Lexington-Fayette.
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