Prestonsburg, KY Cost of Living


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United States / Kentucky / No Metro Area / Floyd County / Prestonsburg / Zip Codes

Prestonsburg cost of living score
71
Less expensive
29.0% lower
than the US average
13.7% lower
than the Kentucky average
Prestonsburg, Kentucky gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 71, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 29.0% lower than the U.S. average and 13.7% higher than the average for Kentucky.

Prestonsburg, KY

Housing costs in Prestonsburg?
A typical home costs $111,800, which is 66.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 42.5% less expensive than the average Kentucky home, at $194,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Prestonsburg costs $740 per month, which is 48.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 24.3% cheaper than the state average of $920.

Can I afford Prestonsburg?
To live comfortably in Prestonsburg, Kentucky, a minimum annual income of $21,600 for a family, and $22,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Prestonsburg?
Prestonsburg, KY is known for its affordability. The cost of living in Prestonsburg is significantly lower than the U.S. average, with the median home value being around $73,000 and the median rent listed at $550. This makes it an attractive place to live for those looking for a low cost of living without sacrificing amenities. In addition to being affordable, Prestonsburg offers many services such as health care, education, shopping centers, and recreation areas that make it a great place to live no matter what your budget may be.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesPrestonsburgKentuckyUnited States
  71.082.3100.0
  98.394.2100
  98.9102.2100.0
  38.256.9100.0
  $111,800$194,300$338,100
  94.5%92.9%100.0%
  90.789.1100.0
  69.277.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Living the past 30 years in the dry desert of the southwest, my family and I spent the past 3-years looking at potential states to move too. Some place green! We finally  More

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