Marion, Illinois vs. Somerset, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Somerset, Kentucky is 1.9% cheaper than Marion, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $49,053 in Somerset, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Marion, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Somerset, Kentucky is cheaper than Marion, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
51% cheaper in Somerset
than in Marion, Illinois
Marion, IL vs. Somerset, KY
Compared to Marion, Somerset is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.9% 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
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% lower
  Commute
  16.8% lower
  Health
  19.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% lower