Cost of Living in Lexington, NC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
79.8
100 = national avg
-20.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,134
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$83,043
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing89.0
Food81.9
Transportation63.9
Healthcare85.5
Utilities87.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$876
per month
2 Bedroom
$960
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lexington is 79.8, which is 20.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 89.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,134 per year to cover basic expenses.