Cost of Living in Bowling Green, OH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
88.9
100 = national avg
-11.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,126
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$92,480
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing104.4
Food85.7
Transportation71.4
Healthcare88.6
Utilities92.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$820
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,076
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bowling Green is 88.9, which is 11.1% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 104.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,126 per year to cover basic expenses.