Lexington, NC Cost of Living


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Lexington cost of living score
83.7
Less expensive
16.3% lower
than the US average
8.0% lower
than the North Carolina average
Lexington, North Carolina gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 83.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 16.3% lower than the U.S. average and 8.0% higher than the average for North Carolina.

Lexington, NC

Housing costs in Lexington?
A typical home costs $230,200, which is 31.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 20.4% less expensive than the average North Carolina home, at $289,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Lexington costs $850 per month, which is 40.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 30.6% cheaper than the state average of $1,110.

Can I afford Lexington?
To live comfortably in Lexington, North Carolina, a minimum annual income of $44,280 for a family, and $26,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Lexington?
The cost of living in Lexington, NC is relatively low compared to other areas in the United States. The median home price is around $167,000 which is significantly lower than the national median. The cost of basic necessities such as groceries, healthcare, and transportation are all below the national average. Additionally, there are a variety of entertainment options available such as restaurants, museums, and parks that make Lexington an affordable place to live. Overall, the cost of living in Lexington is quite reasonable for families and individuals looking for a comfortable lifestyle without breaking their budget.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesLexingtonNorth CarolinaUnited States
  83.791.0100.0
  94.696.5100
  99.2107.2100.0
  61.683.1100.0
  $230,200$289,300$338,100
  102.1%99.2%100.0%
  80.883.9100.0
  85.989.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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I've have been in Lexington for about five years now. I am a military guy that is been around the world. I grew up nearby in Salisbury North Carolina which unfortunately  More

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I've have been in Lexington for about five years now. I am a military guy that is been around the world. I grew up nearby in Salisbury North Carolina which unfortunately  More

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Over 5 years ago

The most criminal place ever. Police do nothing to and don't clean it up. Police here need to be investigated by fbi or something it's dirty and I like cops but  More

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