Jackson, Kentucky vs. Richmond, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Kentucky is 12.7% more expensive than Jackson, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $56,366 in Richmond, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Jackson, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Kentucky is more expensive than Jackson, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
137% more expensive in Richmond
than in Jackson, Kentucky
Jackson, KY vs. Richmond, KY
Compared to Jackson, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.7% 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
  7.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  94.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% higher
  Commute
  24.7% lower
  Health
  4.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% higher