Frankfort, KY Cost of Living


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Frankfort cost of living score
79.8
Less expensive
20.2% lower
than the US average
3.0% lower
than the Kentucky average
Frankfort, Kentucky gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 79.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 20.2% lower than the U.S. average and 3.0% higher than the average for Kentucky.

Frankfort, KY

Housing costs in Frankfort?
A typical home costs $191,000, which is 43.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 1.7% less expensive than the average Kentucky home, at $194,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Frankfort costs $910 per month, which is 36.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $920.

Can I afford Frankfort?
To live comfortably in Frankfort, Kentucky, a minimum annual income of $36,720 for a family, and $29,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Frankfort?
Frankfort, KY is an affordable place to live. The cost of living in the city is 8.3% lower than the US national average and housing costs are 26.6% lower than the US average. The median home price in Frankfort is $146,400, which is substantially lower than other cities in the region such as Lexington and Louisville. Additionally, groceries and health care prices are relatively low as well. In summary, Frankfort is a great place for those looking to save money while still enjoying access to amenities in a larger city.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesFrankfortKentuckyUnited States
  79.882.3100.0
  95.194.2100
  101.5102.2100.0
  59.256.9100.0
  $191,000$194,300$338,100
  92.1%92.9%100.0%
  67.789.1100.0
  91.377.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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I was born here at Kings Daughter Hospital. I still have family members living here. Although I haven't lived here in years, I knew the place well and keep up with  More

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I have traveled all over the United States (SC, NY, FL, CO, WY, MO, OH, IN, WV). I've also traveled to other countries (Panama & Canada), and I've never been anywhere  More

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Over 7 years ago

I've lived here for 15 years. Almost all the restaurants are fast food. State government is the dominant workforce and does not pay well, so many businesses open only  More

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