Brooks, KY Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Brooks, Kentucky?
$3,660 / month
for a family, 32.2% less expensive than the national average A total of $43,920 for the year for a family.
$3,100 / month
for a single person, 35.0% less expensive than the national average A total of $37,200 for the year for a single person.

Brooks cost of living score
93.4
Less expensive
6.6% lower
than the US average
13.5% higher
than the Kentucky average
Brooks, Kentucky gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 93.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 6.6% lower than the U.S. average and 13.5% lower than the average for Kentucky.

Brooks, KY

Housing costs in Brooks?
A typical home costs $229,100, which is 32.2% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 17.9% more expensive than the average Kentucky home, at $194,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Brooks costs $1,120 per month, which is 21.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 17.9% more than the state average of $920.

Can I afford Brooks?
To live comfortably in Brooks, Kentucky, a minimum annual income of $43,920 for a family, and $37,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Brooks?
Living in Brooks, KY is surprisingly affordable. The cost of living in Brooks is 13% lower than the national average, and housing costs are a whopping 40% lower than the national average. This makes it an attractive option for those looking to stretch their dollar further. Renting a two-bedroom apartment in town runs between $400 and $700 per month, while buying a median home will run you about $130,000. Utilities are also quite reasonable—electricity runs around $100 per month, and gas slightly less than that. All together, the cost of living in Brooks makes it an ideal place to live on a budget.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesBrooksKentuckyUnited States
    Unlock82.3100.0
  96.6  Unlock100.0
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  78.7  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$194,300$338,100
  92.3  Unlock100.0
    Unlock89.1100.0
  79.6  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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