London, Kentucky vs. Hickory, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hickory, North Carolina is 20.5% more expensive than London, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $60,246 in Hickory, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in London, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hickory, North Carolina is more expensive than London, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% more expensive in Hickory
than in London, Kentucky
London, KY vs. Hickory, NC
Compared to London, Hickory is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.5% 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
  0.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.2% higher
  Commute
  13.7% higher
  Health
  28.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% higher