Forest, Virginia vs. Murray, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Murray, Kentucky is 19.8% cheaper than Forest, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $40,094 in Murray, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Forest, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Murray, Kentucky is cheaper than Forest, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Murray
than in Forest, Virginia
Forest, VA vs. Murray, KY
Compared to Forest, Murray is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.8% lower
      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
  9.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  9.0% lower
  Health
  11.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.4% lower