Harlan, Kentucky vs. Ashland, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ashland, Kentucky is 10.3% more expensive than Harlan, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $55,165 in Ashland, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Harlan, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ashland, Kentucky is more expensive than Harlan, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
24% more expensive in Ashland
than in Harlan, Kentucky
Harlan, KY vs. Ashland, KY
Compared to Harlan, Ashland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.3% 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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% higher
  Commute
  10.8% higher
  Health
  4.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.1% higher