Jamestown, KY Cost of Living


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United States / Kentucky / No Metro Area / Russell County / Jamestown / Zip Codes
How much do I need to live in Jamestown, Kentucky?
$2,070 / month
for a family, 61.7% less expensive than the national average A total of $24,840 for the year for a family.
$1,900 / month
for a single person, 60.1% less expensive than the national average A total of $22,800 for the year for a single person.

Jamestown cost of living score
71.7
Less expensive
28.3% lower
than the US average
12.9% lower
than the Kentucky average
Jamestown, Kentucky gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 71.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 28.3% lower than the U.S. average and 12.9% higher than the average for Kentucky.

Jamestown, KY

Housing costs in Jamestown?
A typical home costs $129,300, which is 61.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 33.5% less expensive than the average Kentucky home, at $194,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Jamestown costs $750 per month, which is 47.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 22.7% cheaper than the state average of $920.

Can I afford Jamestown?
To live comfortably in Jamestown, Kentucky, a minimum annual income of $24,840 for a family, and $22,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Jamestown?
The cost of living in Jamestown, KY is quite affordable, with housing costs being significantly lower than the national average. According to BestPlaces, the overall cost of living index for Jamestown is 79 (the U.S. average is 100). The price of groceries and healthcare are both below the national average, making it a great place to live if you're looking to save money on everyday expenses. Transport costs are slightly higher than the rest of the country, but not significantly so. All in all, Jamestown has an excellent quality of life and a very reasonable cost of living.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesJamestownKentuckyUnited States
    Unlock82.3100.0
  93.7  Unlock100.0
    Unlock102.2100.0
  37.1  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$194,300$338,100
  92.8  Unlock100.0
    Unlock89.1100.0
  68.5  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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