Independence, Kentucky vs. Burlington, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Burlington, Iowa is 26.3% cheaper than Independence, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $36,856 in Burlington, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Burlington, Iowa is cheaper than Independence, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% cheaper in Burlington
than in Independence, Kentucky
Independence, KY vs. Burlington, IA
Compared to Independence, Burlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.3% 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
  6.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.8% higher
  Commute
  42.0% lower
  Health
  7.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% higher