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CHICAGO vs. LEXINGTON
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Lexington, Kentucky
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Lexington, Kentucky is
15.7%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$50,559
in Lexington, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lexington, Kentucky is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% cheaper in Lexington
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Lexington, KY
Compared to Chicago, Lexington is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
15.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
19.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.0% lower
Commute
36.8% lower
Health
14.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
8.4% lower
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