Staunton, Virginia vs. Lexington, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lexington, Kentucky is 10.8% more expensive than Staunton, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $55,386 in Lexington, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Staunton, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lexington, Kentucky is more expensive than Staunton, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
32% more expensive in Lexington
than in Staunton, Virginia
Staunton, VA vs. Lexington, KY
Compared to Staunton, Lexington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.8% 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
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% lower
  Commute
  32.8% higher
  Health
  2.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% higher