Augusta, Georgia vs. Lexington, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lexington, Kentucky is 14.3% more expensive than Augusta, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $57,134 in Lexington, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Augusta, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lexington, Kentucky is more expensive than Augusta, Georgia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% more expensive in Lexington
than in Augusta, Georgia
Augusta, GA vs. Lexington, KY
Compared to Augusta, Lexington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.3% 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
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.8% lower
  Commute
  3.9% higher
  Health
  1.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% higher