Owensboro, Kentucky vs. Columbus, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Indiana is 3.7% more expensive than Owensboro, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $36,309 in Columbus, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Owensboro, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Indiana is more expensive than Owensboro, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
25% more expensive in Columbus
than in Owensboro, Kentucky
Owensboro, KY vs. Columbus, IN
Compared to Owensboro, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.7% 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
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% higher
  Commute
  6.3% lower
  Health
  23.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% higher