Highlands, North Carolina vs. Berea, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Berea, Kentucky is 37.5% cheaper than Highlands, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $31,250 in Berea, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Highlands, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Berea, Kentucky is cheaper than Highlands, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Berea
than in Highlands, North Carolina
Highlands, NC vs. Berea, KY
Compared to Highlands, Berea is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.5% 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
  10.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% lower
  Commute
  6.1% higher
  Health
  15.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% lower