Median Income
$56,068
25% lower than US avg
Home Value
$183,500
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.0%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$756
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.9%
60% lower than US avg
How Lexington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population4,866
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density1,196/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
B+
Median Income$56,068
Per Capita$28,741
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$6,005M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$183,500
Rent$756
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$237,075
Health
Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Elevation1,181 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.0%
High School+92.7%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute22 min
Libraries11
Is Lexington a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lexington receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lexington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lexington is $56,068, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lexington is $183,500, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $756 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Lexington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Lexington has a population of 4,866 with a density of 1,196 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%), with 2.5% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.
Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Lexington vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.9% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.1% |
| 77% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Lexington vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Lexington is $56,068, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income: Lexington vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,068 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,741 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $977 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,303 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.9% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,896 |
| County GDP | $6,005M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 244 |
| Healthcare | 355 |
| Retail | 396 |
| Manufacturing | 168 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,401 |
| 26% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.40% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.9 min |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |
The median home value in Lexington is $183,500, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $756 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $237,075.
Home Values
| Census Median | $183,500 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $237,075 |
| Median List Price | $209,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $209,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $182 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.6% |
| Price Drops | 53.9% |
| Inventory | 13 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $756 |
| 35% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,401 |
| 26% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.40% |
In Lexington, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lexington vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.4% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.2% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.2% |
| Depression | 28.9% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Premature Death | 11,193/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 355 |
Crime Rates: Lexington vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Lexington has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 50.3°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.5 inches |
| 12% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,181 ft (360 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,196/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6796°N, 82.5782°W |
| County FIPS | 39139 |