San Jose, California vs. Owensboro, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Owensboro, Kentucky is 62.7% cheaper than San Jose, California.

You would need a salary of $42,525 in Owensboro, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Owensboro, Kentucky is cheaper than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
84% cheaper in Owensboro
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Owensboro, KY
Compared to San Jose, Owensboro is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  62.7% lower
      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
  19.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  86.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.7% lower
  Commute
  50.9% lower
  Health
  14.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% lower