Salem, Illinois vs. Paducah, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Paducah, Kentucky is 8.5% more expensive than Salem, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $97,638 in Paducah, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Paducah, Kentucky is more expensive than Salem, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% more expensive in Paducah
than in Salem, Illinois
Salem, IL vs. Paducah, KY
Compared to Salem, Paducah is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.5% 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
  0.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  11.3% higher
  Health
  7.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% higher