Charleston, Illinois vs. Erlanger, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Erlanger, Kentucky is 20.1% more expensive than Charleston, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $90,042 in Erlanger, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Charleston, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Erlanger, Kentucky is more expensive than Charleston, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% more expensive in Erlanger
than in Charleston, Illinois
Charleston, IL vs. Erlanger, KY
Compared to Charleston, Erlanger is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.1% 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
  3.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  64.1% higher
  Health
  2.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% lower