Carbondale, Illinois vs. Paducah, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Paducah, Kentucky is 1.8% cheaper than Carbondale, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $49,104 in Paducah, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Carbondale, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Paducah, Kentucky is cheaper than Carbondale, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
44% cheaper in Paducah
than in Carbondale, Illinois
Carbondale, IL vs. Paducah, KY
Compared to Carbondale, Paducah is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.8% 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
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.3% lower
  Commute
  0.9% higher
  Health
  8.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.4% lower