Philadelphia, Pennsylvania vs. Owensboro, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Owensboro, Kentucky is 23.6% cheaper than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $38,190 in Owensboro, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Owensboro, Kentucky is cheaper than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% cheaper in Owensboro
than in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA vs. Owensboro, KY
Compared to Philadelphia, Owensboro is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.6% 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
  10.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.8% lower
  Commute
  47.8% lower
  Health
  20.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.0% lower