Lexington, Virginia vs. Louisville, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Louisville, Kentucky is 4.7% more expensive than Lexington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $68,034 in Louisville, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Lexington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Louisville, Kentucky is more expensive than Lexington, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
77% more expensive in Louisville
than in Lexington, Virginia
Lexington, VA vs. Louisville, KY
Compared to Lexington, Louisville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.7% 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
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.8% lower
  Commute
  77.0% higher
  Health
  12.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% higher