Decatur, Illinois vs. Paducah, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Paducah, Kentucky is 12.0% more expensive than Decatur, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $55,985 in Paducah, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Decatur, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Paducah, Kentucky is more expensive than Decatur, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
95% more expensive in Paducah
than in Decatur, Illinois
Decatur, IL vs. Paducah, KY
Compared to Decatur, Paducah is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.0% 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% lower
  Commute
  1.1% higher
  Health
  6.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher