Blackey, KY Cost of Living


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United States / Kentucky / No Metro Area / Letcher County / Blackey / Zip Codes

Blackey cost of living score
70.6
Less expensive
29.4% lower
than the US average
14.2% lower
than the Kentucky average
Blackey, Kentucky gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 70.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 29.4% lower than the U.S. average and 14.2% higher than the average for Kentucky.

Blackey, KY

Housing costs in Blackey?
A typical home costs $60,000, which is 82.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 69.1% less expensive than the average Kentucky home, at $194,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Blackey costs $660 per month, which is 53.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 39.4% cheaper than the state average of $920.

Can I afford Blackey?
To live comfortably in Blackey, Kentucky, a minimum annual income of $11,520 for a family, and $21,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Blackey?
The cost of living in Blackey, KY is relatively low compared to other parts of the country. The median home value in Blackey is around $72,700, which is much lower than the national median of $219,700. Additionally, the median household income in Blackey is around $27,000 per year, which is significantly lower than the national average of $51,000. As a result, many people find that they can live comfortably on a budget in Blackey. Groceries and basic necessities are also quite affordable and there are plenty of opportunities to save money with local businesses and discounts. All in all, living in Blackey can be an affordable option if you're looking for a small-town feel without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBlackeyKentuckyUnited States
  70.682.3100.0
  94.694.2100
  98.9102.2100.0
  22.756.9100.0
  $60,000$194,300$338,100
  93.3%92.9%100.0%
  93.289.1100.0
  68.777.5100.0

   100=National Average

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