Cost of Living Calculator - Salem, Illinois vs London, Kentucky


The cost of living in London, Kentucky is 3.5% more expensive than Salem, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $258,840 in London, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, London, Kentucky is more expensive than Salem, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% more expensive in London
than in Salem, Illinois
Salem, IL vs London, KY
Compared to Salem, London is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.5% 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)
  55.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.6% lower
  Commute
  10.4% higher
  Health
  22.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% lower

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