Lexington, KY Cost of Living


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Lexington cost of living score
90.8
Less expensive
9.2% lower
than the US average
10.3% higher
than the Kentucky average
Lexington, Kentucky gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 90.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 9.2% lower than the U.S. average and 10.3% lower than the average for Kentucky.

Lexington, KY

Housing costs in Lexington?
A typical home costs $260,300, which is 23.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 34.0% more expensive than the average Kentucky home, at $194,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Lexington costs $1,130 per month, which is 21.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 18.6% more than the state average of $920.

Can I afford Lexington?
To live comfortably in Lexington, Kentucky, a minimum annual income of $50,040 for a family, and $37,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Lexington?
Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky boasts both affordability and great attractions - allowing you to get the best out of your money. Homeowners can select among various housing options ranging from inexpensive single family homes to high end townhouses - while renters have access to even more attractive deals these days as well. Additionally, groceries and transportation expenses remain quite inexpensive compared with other parts of the country - making Lexington-Fayette a wonderful option if you're on the hunt for affordability.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesLexingtonKentuckyUnited States
  90.882.3100.0
  9894.2100
  100.4102.2100.0
  81.956.9100.0
  $260,300$194,300$338,100
  90.9%92.9%100.0%
  87.589.1100.0
  90.777.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Lexington is a beautiful city. There are tons of tree lined streets and even trees in both sides of the city's only freeway. It's relatively small, which can be both  More

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Over 3 years ago

Very beautiful/underrated city!!  More

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I have lived here now for over five years, originally from the west coast and here is my top 10 for why you should NOT move here. #1 The Culture: They have none, it  More

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