Decatur, Illinois vs. Erlanger, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Erlanger, Kentucky is 24.1% more expensive than Decatur, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $124,088 in Erlanger, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Decatur, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Erlanger, Kentucky is more expensive than Decatur, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
143% more expensive in Erlanger
than in Decatur, Illinois
Decatur, IL vs. Erlanger, KY
Compared to Decatur, Erlanger is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.1% 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
  6.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  123.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.5% lower
  Commute
  34.6% higher
  Health
  2.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% lower