Melissa, Texas vs. Erlanger, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Erlanger, Kentucky is 19.7% cheaper than Melissa, Texas.

You would need a salary of $40,170 in Erlanger, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Melissa, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Erlanger, Kentucky is cheaper than Melissa, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Erlanger
than in Melissa, Texas
Melissa, TX vs. Erlanger, KY
Compared to Melissa, Erlanger is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.7% 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
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.6% lower
  Commute
  1.3% higher
  Health
  7.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% lower