Fort Thomas, Kentucky vs. St. Matthews, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in St. Matthews, Kentucky is 5.4% more expensive than Fort Thomas, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $52,724 in St. Matthews, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Thomas, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, St. Matthews, Kentucky is more expensive than Fort Thomas, Kentucky
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
34% more expensive in St. Matthews
than in Fort Thomas, Kentucky
Fort Thomas, KY vs. St. Matthews, KY
Compared to Fort Thomas, St. Matthews is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.4% 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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% higher
  Commute
  5.4% higher
  Health
  12.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% lower