Hopkinsville, KY vs Owensboro, KY

Hopkinsville, KY and Owensboro, KY have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.8% difference in their overall index. Hopkinsville scores 70 while Owensboro scores 72 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Hopkinsville is $869/month compared to $900/month in Owensboro — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hopkinsville is more affordable at $140,200 median vs $162,900.

Median household income in Hopkinsville is $47,428 compared to $53,295 in Owensboro (-11%). While Owensboro is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hopkinsville spend roughly 22% of their income on rent, more than the 20.3% in Owensboro.