Newark, Ohio vs. Bowling Green, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bowling Green, Kentucky is 3.4% more expensive than Newark, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $67,225 in Bowling Green, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Newark, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bowling Green, Kentucky is more expensive than Newark, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% more expensive in Bowling Green
than in Newark, Ohio
Newark, OH vs. Bowling Green, KY
Compared to Newark, Bowling Green is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.4% 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
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.7% lower
  Commute
  1.4% higher
  Health
  25.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% lower