Dayton, Ohio vs. Paducah, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Paducah, Kentucky is 7.9% more expensive than Dayton, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $21,575 in Paducah, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Dayton, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Paducah, Kentucky is more expensive than Dayton, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% more expensive in Paducah
than in Dayton, Ohio
Dayton, OH vs. Paducah, KY
Compared to Dayton, Paducah is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.9% 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
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.9% lower
  Commute
  12.7% lower
  Health
  30.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.6% lower