Lexington, Kentucky vs. Memphis, Tennessee

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Memphis, Tennessee is 14.4% cheaper than Lexington, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $51,381 in Memphis, Tennessee to maintain the standard of living you have in Lexington, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Memphis, Tennessee is cheaper than Lexington, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Memphis
than in Lexington, Kentucky
Lexington, KY vs. Memphis, TN
Compared to Lexington, Memphis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.4% 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
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.9% higher
  Commute
  8.0% higher
  Health
  3.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.4% lower