Lexington, KY

Lexington, KY

Updated April 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$347K

Median Price

Walk Score

6.5/10

Schools

Score Breakdown

FWalkability
0/100
FAffordability
28/100
DQuietness
40/100
D+Safety
55/100
CSchools
65/100
ACommute
100/100
WYLT Score48/100

Our Take

Lexington’s 40507 offers a decent price point and lots of schools, but its walkability is virtually zero and the median income is barely half the median home price. Driving is the only sensible option and you’ll face a fairly competitive housing market. If you’re okay with commuting and the higher cost of homeownership, it might work, but otherwise consider looking elsewhere.

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The Good

  • High concentration of highly rated schools
  • Affordable median rent for the area
  • Low flood risk
  • Good access to parks and trails

Real Talk

  • !High home price relative to median household income
  • !Very limited walkability – essentially no pedestrian friendliness
  • !Public transit options are sparse
  • !Housing market can be competitive and fast-moving
  • $Property taxes and homeowner’s insurance may be above average
  • $Maintenance and repair costs for older homes
  • $Utility costs can be higher than neighboring suburbs
  • $Potential HOA fees in some neighborhoods

Best For

Families looking for strong school optionsStudents or staff near the university who drivePeople who value park accessThose willing to pay a premium for a suburban feel

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Lexington, KY

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

Verify with real-time data

Rates are estimated from neighborhood characteristics using national FBI baselines. Actual figures vary by block — always verify with local sources before making decisions.

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