Covington, Virginia vs. Owensboro, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Owensboro, Kentucky is 17.1% more expensive than Covington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $58,540 in Owensboro, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Covington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Owensboro, Kentucky is more expensive than Covington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
146% more expensive in Owensboro
than in Covington, Virginia
Covington, VA vs. Owensboro, KY
Compared to Covington, Owensboro is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.1% 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
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% lower
  Commute
  21.3% higher
  Health
  14.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% higher