Owensboro, Kentucky vs. Dover, Delaware

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dover, Delaware is 16.3% more expensive than Owensboro, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $58,167 in Dover, Delaware to maintain the standard of living you have in Owensboro, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dover, Delaware is more expensive than Owensboro, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% more expensive in Dover
than in Owensboro, Kentucky
Owensboro, KY vs. Dover, DE
Compared to Owensboro, Dover is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.3% 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
  12.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.3% higher
  Commute
  15.4% higher
  Health
  8.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.7% higher