Owensboro, Kentucky vs. Galveston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Galveston, Texas is 16.8% more expensive than Owensboro, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $49,070 in Galveston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Owensboro, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Galveston, Texas is more expensive than Owensboro, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% more expensive in Galveston
than in Owensboro, Kentucky
Owensboro, KY vs. Galveston, TX
Compared to Owensboro, Galveston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.8% 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
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% lower
  Commute
  5.0% higher
  Health
  20.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% higher