Covington, Kentucky vs. Suffolk, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Suffolk, Virginia is 22.7% more expensive than Covington, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $61,350 in Suffolk, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Covington, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Suffolk, Virginia is more expensive than Covington, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
97% more expensive in Suffolk
than in Covington, Kentucky
Covington, KY vs. Suffolk, VA
Compared to Covington, Suffolk is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.7% 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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  130.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% higher
  Commute
  9.2% higher
  Health
  3.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.6% higher