Lexington, OK vs Wayne, OK

Lexington, OK and Wayne, OK have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.9% difference in their overall index. Lexington scores 66 while Wayne scores 68 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Lexington is $879/month compared to $900/month in Wayne — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lexington is more affordable at $84,500 median vs $109,500.

Median household income in Lexington is $46,094 compared to $76,071 in Wayne (-39.4%). While Wayne is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Lexington spend roughly 22.9% of their income on rent, more than the 14.2% in Wayne.