Portland, Oregon vs. Owensboro, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Owensboro, Kentucky is 39.4% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $30,287 in Owensboro, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Owensboro, Kentucky is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Owensboro
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Owensboro, KY
Compared to Portland, Owensboro is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.4% 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
  11.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.3% higher
  Commute
  43.0% lower
  Health
  35.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.7% lower