Cost of Living Calculator - Lexington, Mississippi vs Cairo, Illinois


The cost of living in Cairo, Illinois is 3.9% more expensive than Lexington, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $51,968 in Cairo, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Lexington, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Cairo, Illinois is more expensive than Lexington, Mississippi
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
270% more expensive in Cairo
than in Lexington, Mississippi
Lexington, MS vs Cairo, IL
Compared to Lexington, Cairo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.9% 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
  6.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.1% lower
  Commute
  20.7% higher
  Health
  24.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% higher

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