Somerset, Kentucky vs. Baltimore, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baltimore, Maryland is 17.5% more expensive than Somerset, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $18 in Baltimore, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Somerset, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baltimore, Maryland is more expensive than Somerset, Kentucky
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
84% more expensive in Baltimore
than in Somerset, Kentucky
Somerset, KY vs. Baltimore, MD
Compared to Somerset, Baltimore is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.5% 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
  4.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.5% higher
  Commute
  84.8% higher
  Health
  18.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% higher