Jefferson City, Missouri vs. Murray, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Murray, Kentucky is 7.8% cheaper than Jefferson City, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $36,882 in Murray, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Jefferson City, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Murray, Kentucky is cheaper than Jefferson City, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% cheaper in Murray
than in Jefferson City, Missouri
Jefferson City, MO vs. Murray, KY
Compared to Jefferson City, Murray is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.8% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% lower
  Commute
  2.8% lower
  Health
  7.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% lower