Sumter, South Carolina vs. Owensboro, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Owensboro, Kentucky is 1.8% more expensive than Sumter, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $91,599 in Owensboro, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Sumter, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Owensboro, Kentucky is more expensive than Sumter, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
13% more expensive in Owensboro
than in Sumter, South Carolina
Sumter, SC vs. Owensboro, KY
Compared to Sumter, Owensboro is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.8% 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
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.0% lower
  Commute
  7.6% lower
  Health
  17.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% higher