Independence, Missouri vs. Ashland, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ashland, Kentucky is 13.8% cheaper than Independence, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $68,959 in Ashland, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ashland, Kentucky is cheaper than Independence, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Ashland
than in Independence, Missouri
Independence, MO vs. Ashland, KY
Compared to Independence, Ashland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.8% 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
  2.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.4% lower
  Commute
  8.8% lower
  Health
  0.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower