Cost of Living in Lexington, SC
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
123.6
100 = national avg
+23.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,375
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$128,523
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing138.8
Food113.6
Transportation107.9
Healthcare110.9
Utilities115.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,164
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,276
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lexington is 123.6, which is 23.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 138.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,375 per year to cover basic expenses.