Louisville, Kentucky vs. Columbus, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Indiana is 7.2% cheaper than Louisville, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $78,841 in Columbus, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Louisville, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Indiana is cheaper than Louisville, Kentucky
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
32% cheaper in Columbus
than in Louisville, Kentucky
Louisville, KY vs. Columbus, IN
Compared to Louisville, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% 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
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.4% higher
  Commute
  32.8% lower
  Health
  0.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% higher