Allen, Texas vs. Lexington, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lexington, Illinois is 21.6% cheaper than Allen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $39,187 in Lexington, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Allen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lexington, Illinois is cheaper than Allen, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Lexington
than in Allen, Texas
Allen, TX vs. Lexington, IL
Compared to Allen, Lexington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.6% 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
  7.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% lower
  Commute
  3.7% lower
  Health
  7.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.2% higher