Auburn, Washington vs. Independence, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Independence, Kentucky is 29.7% cheaper than Auburn, Washington.

You would need a salary of $78,721 in Independence, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Auburn, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Independence, Kentucky is cheaper than Auburn, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Independence
than in Auburn, Washington
Auburn, WA vs. Independence, KY
Compared to Auburn, Independence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.7% 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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.2% higher
  Commute
  28.0% lower
  Health
  22.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.6% lower