Ottumwa, Iowa vs. Owensboro, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Owensboro, Kentucky is 15.7% more expensive than Ottumwa, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $81,010 in Owensboro, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Ottumwa, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Owensboro, Kentucky is more expensive than Ottumwa, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
87% more expensive in Owensboro
than in Ottumwa, Iowa
Ottumwa, IA vs. Owensboro, KY
Compared to Ottumwa, Owensboro is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.7% 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
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  85.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% lower
  Commute
  18.0% higher
  Health
  3.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% higher