Cost of Living Calculator - Independence, Kentucky vs Washington, District of Columbia


The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is 61.6% more expensive than Independence, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $121,191 in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is more expensive than Independence, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
133% more expensive in Washington
than in Independence, Kentucky
Independence, KY vs Washington, DC
Compared to Independence, Washington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  61.6% 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
  14.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  199.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.4% higher
  Commute
  29.7% higher
  Health
  11.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.4% higher

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