Chicago, Illinois vs. Lexington, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lexington, Texas is 14.9% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $42,551 in Lexington, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lexington, Texas is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
61% cheaper in Lexington
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Lexington, TX
Compared to Chicago, Lexington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  6.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.7% higher
  Commute
  42.7% lower
  Health
  17.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.4% lower