Independence, Kentucky vs. Lexington, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lexington, Kentucky is 2.9% cheaper than Independence, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $48,552 in Lexington, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lexington, Kentucky is cheaper than Independence, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
5% cheaper in Lexington
than in Independence, Kentucky
Independence, KY vs. Lexington, KY
Compared to Independence, Lexington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.9% 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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  16.1% lower
  Health
  7.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.1% higher