salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Louisville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,379
$1,278
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,208
$1,200
💵 Families earn per year
$57,062
$72,097
🔑 Buying a house
$230,900
$233,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.4
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,169
$1,989
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$167
👥 People living there
311,224
631,818
Commute to work
22.4 min
22.5 min
College degree
41.8%
33.8%
Own their home
39.8%
60.7%
Below poverty line
25.5%
15.8%
Unemployment
6.8%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Cincinnati for cheaper homes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Louisville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cincinnati | Louisville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $58,570 | $45,160 | -23% in Louisville |
| Police Officer | $80,410 | $63,220 | -21% in Louisville |
| Dental Hygienist | $102,940 | $81,390 | -21% in Louisville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,530 | $30,180 | -17% in Louisville |
| Market Research Analyst | $75,750 | $63,280 | -16% in Louisville |
| Warehouse Worker | $40,240 | $46,830 | +16% in Louisville |
| Plumber | $65,160 | $74,680 | +15% in Louisville |
| Operations Manager | $100,670 | $89,140 | -11% in Louisville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cincinnati or Louisville cheaper to live in?
Cincinnati and Louisville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Louisville to match $60,000 in Cincinnati?
About $58,556 a year gives the same standard of living in Louisville.
Where do people earn more, Cincinnati or Louisville?
The typical household earns $57,062 in Cincinnati and $72,097 in Louisville, 21% more in Louisville.