Harlingen, Texas vs. Owensboro, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Owensboro, Kentucky is 13.4% more expensive than Harlingen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $56,719 in Owensboro, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Harlingen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Owensboro, Kentucky is more expensive than Harlingen, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% more expensive in Owensboro
than in Harlingen, Texas
Harlingen, TX vs. Owensboro, KY
Compared to Harlingen, Owensboro is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.4% 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
  1.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.9% higher
  Commute
  1.6% higher
  Health
  22.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  29.5% higher