Lexington, Kentucky vs. Monrovia, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monrovia, California is 86.2% more expensive than Lexington, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $93,094 in Monrovia, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Lexington, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monrovia, California is more expensive than Lexington, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
233% more expensive in Monrovia
than in Lexington, Kentucky
Lexington, KY vs. Monrovia, CA
Compared to Lexington, Monrovia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  86.2% 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
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  285.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.1% higher
  Commute
  82.1% higher
  Health
  13.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.8% higher