Sparta, Michigan vs. Murray, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Murray, Kentucky is 17.9% cheaper than Sparta, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $41,035 in Murray, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Sparta, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Murray, Kentucky is cheaper than Sparta, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Murray
than in Sparta, Michigan
Sparta, MI vs. Murray, KY
Compared to Sparta, Murray is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.9% 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
  3.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  35.1% lower
  Health
  43.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.8% lower