Cost of Living in Kentucky
Cost of Living in Kentucky | Compared to National Average |
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Housing (Buy and Rent) | 23% lower |
Utilities (Monthly) | 3% higher |
Food | 7% lower |
Healthcare | 12% lower |
Transportation | 9% higher |
Goods & Services | 3% lower |
The cost of living in Kentucky is 8% lower than the national average. Housing is 23% lower than the national average, while utilities are 3% higher. When it comes to basic necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 3% lower than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs 3% lower.
Healthcare services such as doctor check-ups and dentistry cost 12% lower in Kentucky compared to the national average. At the same time, non-necessary expenses such as entertainment and grooming services are 3% lower.
City, State | Compared to State Average | Compared to National Average |
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Louisville, KY | 5% higher | 4% lower |
Lexington, KY | 2% higher | 7% lower |
Covington, KY | 5% lower | 13% lower |