Columbus, Indiana vs. Owensboro, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Owensboro, Kentucky is 3.6% cheaper than Columbus, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $48,197 in Owensboro, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Owensboro, Kentucky is cheaper than Columbus, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% cheaper in Owensboro
than in Columbus, Indiana
Columbus, IN vs. Owensboro, KY
Compared to Columbus, Owensboro is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.6% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% lower
  Commute
  6.8% higher
  Health
  30.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% lower