Owensboro, Kentucky vs. Chester, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chester, Pennsylvania is 3.4% more expensive than Owensboro, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $51,683 in Chester, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Owensboro, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chester, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Owensboro, Kentucky
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
69% more expensive in Chester
than in Owensboro, Kentucky
Owensboro, KY vs. Chester, PA
Compared to Owensboro, Chester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.4% 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
  6.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.7% higher
  Commute
  59.6% higher
  Health
  17.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.0% higher