Somerset, Kentucky vs. Elkhart, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elkhart, Indiana is 2.8% more expensive than Somerset, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $15,425 in Elkhart, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Somerset, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elkhart, Indiana is more expensive than Somerset, Kentucky
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
33% more expensive in Elkhart
than in Somerset, Kentucky
Somerset, KY vs. Elkhart, IN
Compared to Somerset, Elkhart is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.8% 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
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.2% lower
  Commute
  15.0% higher
  Health
  10.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% higher