Cost of Living Calculator - Lexington, Kentucky vs Meridian, Mississippi


The cost of living in Meridian, Mississippi is 20.8% cheaper than Lexington, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $75,265 in Meridian, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Lexington, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Mississippi is cheaper than Lexington, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Meridian
than in Lexington, Kentucky
Lexington, KY vs Meridian, MS
Compared to Lexington, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.8% 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% higher
  Commute
  23.8% lower
  Health
  6.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% lower

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