Cost of living in Kokomo

Kokomo, United States is Slightly expensive overall. Monthly costs are about $1612 for one person and $4034 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is Kokomo compared to other cities?

Overall living costs in Kokomo are 13% more expensive than the European benchmark.

How does Kokomo compare to your city?

Kokomo is 53% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Kokomo is, on average, 64% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Kokomo?

Who is Kokomo a good fit for?

Kokomo is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by transport and rent & utilities. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.

FAQ

Why is Kokomo so expensive?

The primary driver of expense in Kokomo is rent and utilities, which significantly impact overall living costs.

Is food expensive in Kokomo?

Food costs in Kokomo are 4% higher than the European benchmark, making it slightly more expensive.

Is public transport affordable in Kokomo?

Public transport in Kokomo is 45% lower than the European benchmark, offering significant savings.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1612 $
Without Rent
670 $
Rent & Utilities
942 $
Food
495 $
Transport
41 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
4468 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
59.6K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 12.8 $
Dinner 52 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 7.95 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 5.33 $
Capuccino 4.28 $
Coke, 330ml 2.22 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 0.8 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.83 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.65 $
Eggs, 12 pack 2.67 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 10.4 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 9.29 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 14 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.96 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.55 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.79 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.77 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.08 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.87 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.01 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.17 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 11.9 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 2.05 $
Cigarette pack 7.5 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 1.55 $
Monthly Pass 38.9 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.72 $
Taxi, 8 km 13.8 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 110 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 9.24 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4.73 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 3.85 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 2.2 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 83 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 126 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 57.5 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 809 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,393 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 772 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 1,571 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 1,234 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 1,233 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 4,468 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.02%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 19.9 $
Cinema, 1 seat 9.75 $
Haircut 16.1 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 90.5 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 39.7 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 1,582 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 17,390 $

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Cayman Islands
Kokomo vs George Town (George Town is 126% more expensive)
Bahamas
Kokomo vs Nassau (Nassau is 71% more expensive) Kokomo vs Freeport (Freeport is 36% more expensive)
Vanuatu
Kokomo vs Port Vila (Port Vila is 46% more expensive) Kokomo vs Luganville (Luganville is 89% more expensive)
United States
Kokomo vs New York City (New York City is 151% more expensive) Kokomo vs Los Angeles (Los Angeles is 98% more expensive) Kokomo vs Chicago (Chicago is 65% more expensive) Kokomo vs Houston (Houston is 39% more expensive) Kokomo vs Phoenix (Phoenix is 47% more expensive) Kokomo vs Philadelphia (Philadelphia is 58% more expensive) Kokomo vs San Antonio (San Antonio is 36% more expensive) Kokomo vs San Diego (San Diego is 108% more expensive) Kokomo vs Dallas (Dallas is 58% more expensive) Kokomo vs San Jose (San Jose is 128% more expensive)
Canada
Kokomo vs Toronto (Toronto is 60% more expensive) Kokomo vs Montreal (Montreal is 21% more expensive) Kokomo vs Calgary (Calgary is 33% more expensive) Kokomo vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 39% more expensive) Kokomo vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 11% more expensive) Kokomo vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 9% more expensive) Kokomo vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 53% more expensive) Kokomo vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 64% more expensive) Kokomo vs Brampton (Brampton is 32% more expensive) Kokomo vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 34% more expensive)
Barbados
Kokomo vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 16% less expensive) Kokomo vs Holetown (Holetown is 14% less expensive)
Panama
Kokomo vs Panama City (Panama City is 14% less expensive) Kokomo vs Colon (Colon is 27% less expensive) Kokomo vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 24% less expensive) Kokomo vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 34% less expensive) Kokomo vs David (David is 48% less expensive) Kokomo vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 41% less expensive) Kokomo vs Balboa (Balboa is 23% less expensive) Kokomo vs Pacora (Pacora is 23% less expensive) Kokomo vs Chitre (Chitre is 32% less expensive) Kokomo vs Penonome (Penonome is 32% less expensive)
Saint Kitts And Nevis
Kokomo vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 23% less expensive) Kokomo vs Cayon (Cayon is 23% less expensive)
Cuba
Kokomo vs Havana (Havana is 36% less expensive) Kokomo vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 12% less expensive) Kokomo vs Holguin (Holguin is 21% less expensive) Kokomo vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 5% less expensive) Kokomo vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 35% less expensive) Kokomo vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 28% less expensive) Kokomo vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 3% less expensive) Kokomo vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 3% less expensive) Kokomo vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 32% less expensive) Kokomo vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 46% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Kokomo vs San Jose (San Jose is 23% less expensive) Kokomo vs Limon (Limon is 25% less expensive) Kokomo vs Liberia (Liberia is 44% less expensive) Kokomo vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 24% less expensive) Kokomo vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 21% less expensive) Kokomo vs Cartago (Cartago is 40% less expensive) Kokomo vs Heredia (Heredia is 23% less expensive) Kokomo vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 5% more expensive) Kokomo vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 19% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Kokomo vs Castries (Castries is 28% less expensive) Kokomo vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 26% less expensive)
Jamaica
Kokomo vs Kingston (Kingston is 18% less expensive) Kokomo vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 51% less expensive) Kokomo vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 37% less expensive) Kokomo vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 28% less expensive) Kokomo vs May Pen (May Pen is 49% less expensive) Kokomo vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 39% less expensive) Kokomo vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 47% less expensive) Kokomo vs Linstead (Linstead is 35% less expensive) Kokomo vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 30% less expensive) Kokomo vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 29% less expensive)
El Salvador
Kokomo vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 26% less expensive) Kokomo vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 56% less expensive) Kokomo vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 27% less expensive) Kokomo vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 33% less expensive) Kokomo vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 28% less expensive) Kokomo vs Apopa (Apopa is 29% less expensive) Kokomo vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 25% less expensive) Kokomo vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 10% less expensive) Kokomo vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 33% less expensive) Kokomo vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 45% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Kokomo vs St. John's (St. John's is 33% less expensive) Kokomo vs All Saints (All Saints is 33% less expensive)
Grenada
Kokomo vs St. George's (St. George's is 34% less expensive) Kokomo vs Grenville (Grenville is 34% less expensive)
Dominica
Kokomo vs Roseau (Roseau is 38% less expensive) Kokomo vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 29% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Kokomo vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 39% less expensive) Kokomo vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 38% less expensive)
Belize
Kokomo vs Belize City (Belize City is 46% less expensive) Kokomo vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 32% less expensive) Kokomo vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 55% less expensive) Kokomo vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 17% less expensive) Kokomo vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 2% less expensive)
Guatemala
Kokomo vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 38% less expensive) Kokomo vs Mixco (Mixco is 60% less expensive) Kokomo vs Coban (Coban is 43% less expensive) Kokomo vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 52% less expensive) Kokomo vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 44% less expensive) Kokomo vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 44% less expensive) Kokomo vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 46% less expensive) Kokomo vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 46% less expensive) Kokomo vs Flores (Flores is 47% less expensive) Kokomo vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 51% less expensive)
Honduras
Kokomo vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 49% less expensive) Kokomo vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 36% less expensive) Kokomo vs Choloma (Choloma is 63% less expensive) Kokomo vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 60% less expensive) Kokomo vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 45% less expensive) Kokomo vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 46% less expensive) Kokomo vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 56% less expensive) Kokomo vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 55% less expensive) Kokomo vs Yoro (Yoro is 54% less expensive) Kokomo vs La Lima (La Lima is 46% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Kokomo vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 51% less expensive) Kokomo vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 35% less expensive) Kokomo vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 52% less expensive) Kokomo vs Higuey (Higuey is 52% less expensive) Kokomo vs La Vega (La Vega is 64% less expensive) Kokomo vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 48% less expensive) Kokomo vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 55% less expensive) Kokomo vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 67% less expensive) Kokomo vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 61% less expensive) Kokomo vs Bonao (Bonao is 66% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Kokomo vs Managua (Managua is 52% less expensive) Kokomo vs Leon (Leon is 60% less expensive) Kokomo vs Masaya (Masaya is 56% less expensive) Kokomo vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 66% less expensive) Kokomo vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 60% less expensive) Kokomo vs Esteli (Esteli is 63% less expensive) Kokomo vs Granada (Granada is 57% less expensive) Kokomo vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 72% less expensive) Kokomo vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 59% less expensive) Kokomo vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 45% less expensive)