Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
5% cheaper
Lexington is 5% more affordable than Spokane. A $75,000 salary in Spokane is equivalent to $71,173 in Lexington.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Lexington has a housing index of 82 while Spokane sits at 94 (national average = 100). The median home in Lexington costs $245,000 compared to $310,000 in Spokane, a difference of $65,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,200 in Lexington versus $1,200 in Spokane.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Lexington scores 96 while Spokane scores 99. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Lexington (94) are lower than Spokane (102). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Lexington is $55,648 compared to $48,834 in Spokane. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Lexington.
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