| | Covington, KY | Sandusky, OH | United States |
| Overall | 89.3 | 77.0 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 97.3 | 94.5 | 100 |
| Health | 108.3 | 81.3 | 100 |
| Housing | 50.6 | 25.2 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $169,800 | $120,200 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,170.0% | 9,270.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 95.6 | 62.3 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 86.7 | 102.0 | 100 |
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Reviews for Covington 
8 Reviews
Covington is an amazing city with beautiful old homes, a rich history and just minutes away from Cincinnati Ohio and all the culture and wonderful events there. The More
I grew in Covington an it used to be a great place to live but not anymoore , the crime rate is ridicoulis an herouin has taken the town over, downtown used to be More
Covington, Kentucky is a great place to live and work. Depending on what you do for work, Covington is a vibrant exciting city that sits directly on the Ohio River, More
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Reviews for Sandusky 4 Reviews
The Sandusky area has a horrible rate of cancer in children. The area is nice, and the lakeside life style can lure you in...but if you don't want someone you care about More
I grew up in Sandusky (from age 2 - 22 years old) and found that the conditions are fundamentally wonderful to live and raise a family.
This town is large enough to More
I have found Sandusky to be quite friendly. Tellers at the banks know you by name and the officals at school know which kids are ours without asking. Winters can be More
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