Cost of Living Calculator - Lexington, Kentucky vs Philadelphia, Pennsylvania


The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 16.0% more expensive than Lexington, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $87,017 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Lexington, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Lexington, Kentucky
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
62% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Lexington, Kentucky
Lexington, KY vs Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Lexington, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.0% 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
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.5% higher
  Commute
  62.2% higher
  Health
  1.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.2% higher

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