Beckley, West Virginia vs. Ashland, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ashland, Kentucky is 5.1% more expensive than Beckley, West Virginia.

You would need a salary of $63,081 in Ashland, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Beckley, West Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ashland, Kentucky is more expensive than Beckley, West Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% more expensive in Ashland
than in Beckley, West Virginia
Beckley, WV vs. Ashland, KY
Compared to Beckley, Ashland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.1% 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
  4.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.9% higher
  Commute
  19.8% higher
  Health
  19.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher