Cost of Living in Lexington, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
121.6
100 = national avg
+21.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,500
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$126,454
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing97.2
Food125.4
Transportation150.8
Healthcare120.3
Utilities114.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$999
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,302
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lexington is 121.6, which is 21.6% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 97.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,500 per year to cover basic expenses.