Akron, Ohio vs. Bowling Green, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bowling Green, Kentucky is 22.8% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $67,533 in Bowling Green, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bowling Green, Kentucky is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
121% more expensive in Bowling Green
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Bowling Green, KY
Compared to Akron, Bowling Green is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  3.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  171.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.5% lower
  Commute
  3.2% lower
  Health
  32.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% higher