Paducah, Kentucky vs. Athens, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athens, Alabama is 12.4% more expensive than Paducah, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $56,193 in Athens, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Paducah, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Alabama is more expensive than Paducah, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% more expensive in Athens
than in Paducah, Kentucky
Paducah, KY vs. Athens, AL
Compared to Paducah, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.4% 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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  96.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.4% higher
  Commute
  6.5% higher
  Health
  4.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% higher