Lexington, Massachusetts vs. Independence, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Independence, Kentucky is 56.2% cheaper than Lexington, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $21,878 in Independence, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Lexington, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Independence, Kentucky is cheaper than Lexington, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Independence
than in Lexington, Massachusetts
Lexington, MA vs. Independence, KY
Compared to Lexington, Independence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  56.2% 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
  15.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.7% lower
  Commute
  1.7% higher
  Health
  21.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  28.9% lower