Lexington, Kentucky vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 11.6% more expensive than Lexington, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $117,182 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lexington, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is more expensive than Lexington, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
13% more expensive in Dallas
than in Lexington, Kentucky
Lexington, KY vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Lexington, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.6% higher
      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
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.0% higher
  Commute
  33.8% higher
  Health
  2.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.0% higher