Alexandria, Louisiana vs. Owensboro, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Owensboro, Kentucky is 2.8% cheaper than Alexandria, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $77,770 in Owensboro, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Owensboro, Kentucky is cheaper than Alexandria, Louisiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
20% cheaper in Owensboro
than in Alexandria, Louisiana
Alexandria, LA vs. Owensboro, KY
Compared to Alexandria, Owensboro is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.8% lower
      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
  0.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% higher
  Commute
  20.1% lower
  Health
  16.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower