Paducah Metro Area, KY Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Paducah, Kentucky?
$2,280 / month
for a family, 57.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $27,360 for the year for a family.
$2,167 / month
for a single person, 54.5% less expensive than the national average A total of $26,000 for the year for a single person.

Paducah cost of living score
75.6
Less expensive
24.4% lower
than the US average
8.1% lower
than the Kentucky average
Paducah Kentu Metro Area, Kentucky gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 75.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 24.4% lower than the U.S. average and 8.1% higher than the average for Kentucky.

Paducah Metro Area, KY

Housing costs in Paducah?
A typical home costs $142,000, which is 58.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 26.9% less expensive than the average Kentucky home, at $194,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Paducah costs $850 per month, which is 40.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 8.2% cheaper than the state average of $920.

Can I afford Paducah?
To live comfortably in Paducah Kentu Metro Area, Kentucky, a minimum annual income of $27,360 for a family, and $26,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Paducah?
The cost of living in Paducah, KY Metro Area is 75.6, according to the US average Cost of Living index of 100. This is significantly lower than the US average, making Paducah an attractive option for people seeking to save money on housing costs. The median house value in the area is $142,000, which is much lower than the US average of $338,100. All this makes Paducah an ideal place for people looking for an affordable place to live that offers a high quality of life.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesPaducahKentuckyUnited States
    Unlock82.3100.0
  91.8  Unlock100.0
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  39.5  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$194,300$338,100
  94.3  Unlock100.0
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  88.3  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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