Laurel County, KY Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Laurel, Kentucky?
$2,640 / month
for a family, 51.1% less expensive than the national average A total of $31,680 for the year for a family.
$1,967 / month
for a single person, 58.7% less expensive than the national average A total of $23,600 for the year for a single person.

Laurel cost of living score
74.1
Less expensive
25.9% lower
than the US average
10.0% lower
than the Kentucky average
Laurel Kentu County, Kentucky gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 74.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 25.9% lower than the U.S. average and 10.0% higher than the average for Kentucky.

Laurel County, KY

Housing costs in Laurel?
A typical home costs $164,700, which is 51.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 15.2% less expensive than the average Kentucky home, at $194,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Laurel costs $770 per month, which is 46.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 19.5% cheaper than the state average of $920.

Can I afford Laurel?
To live comfortably in Laurel Kentu County, Kentucky, a minimum annual income of $31,680 for a family, and $23,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Laurel?
The cost of living in Laurel, KY County is considerably lower than the US average. At 74.1, it's about 25% cheaper than the national average of 100. This lower cost of living means that the median house value in Laurel is much lower at $164,700 compared to the US average of $338,100. Living in this county can be more affordable for those on a budget or who have limited income.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesLaurelKentuckyUnited States
    Unlock82.3100.0
  95.2  Unlock100.0
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  41.9  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$194,300$338,100
  92.7  Unlock100.0
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  68.4  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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