Whitley City, KY Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Whitley City, Kentucky?
$1,020 / month
for a family, 81.1% less expensive than the national average A total of $12,240 for the year for a family.
$1,700 / month
for a single person, 64.3% less expensive than the national average A total of $20,400 for the year for a single person.

Whitley City cost of living score
71.3
Less expensive
28.7% lower
than the US average
13.4% lower
than the Kentucky average
Whitley City, Kentucky gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 71.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 28.7% lower than the U.S. average and 13.4% higher than the average for Kentucky.

Whitley City, KY

Housing costs in Whitley City?
A typical home costs $63,700, which is 81.2% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 67.2% less expensive than the average Kentucky home, at $194,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Whitley City 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 Whitley City?
To live comfortably in Whitley City, Kentucky, a minimum annual income of $12,240 for a family, and $20,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Whitley City?
The cost of living in Whitley City, KY is quite affordable. The overall cost of living index for the city is 89.2, which is 11.8 points lower than the national average. This makes it a great place to live for those on a budget. Rent and home prices are also fairly low compared to other cities in Kentucky. Groceries, utilities, transportation and healthcare costs are all generally below the national average as well. All in all, Whitley City is an affordable place to live and has plenty of amenities for its citizens to enjoy.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesWhitley CityKentuckyUnited States
    Unlock82.3100.0
  91.7  Unlock100.0
    Unlock102.2100.0
  19.7  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$194,300$338,100
  91.8  Unlock100.0
    Unlock89.1100.0
  66.5  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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