West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Lexington, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lexington, Kentucky is 1.8% more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $50,900 in Lexington, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lexington, Kentucky is more expensive than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
22% more expensive in Lexington
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Lexington, KY
Compared to West Des Moines, Lexington is:
  Homeowner
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  1.8% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  1.8% higher
  Commute
  22.7% higher
  Health
  2.0% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  8.0% higher
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