Zip 42642 (Russell Springs, KY) Cost of Living


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Russell Springs cost of living score
71.7
Less expensive
28.3% lower
than the US average
12.9% lower
than the Kentucky average
Russell Springs (zip 42642), 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.

Zip 42642 (Russell Springs, KY)

Housing costs in Russell Springs?
A typical home costs $137,100, which is 59.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 29.4% less expensive than the average Kentucky home, at $194,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Russell Springs costs $760 per month, which is 46.9% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 21.1% cheaper than the state average of $920.

Can I afford Russell Springs?
To live comfortably in Russell Springs (zip 42642), Kentucky, a minimum annual income of $26,280 for a family, and $23,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Russell Springs?
The cost of living in 42642 Russell Springs, KY is relatively low compared to the national average. According to Best Places, the overall cost of living index is 79.9, which is 20.1 points lower than the national average. In addition, housing costs are very affordable at 77.2 ,which is nearly 40 points below the national average. Low food and utility costs also help make 42642 Russell Springs, KY an economically attractive place to live. Overall, those looking for an affordable lifestyle can find that in Russell Springs, Kentucky.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesRussell SpringsKentuckyUnited States
  71.782.3100.0
  92.794.2100
  103.2102.2100.0
  32.456.9100.0
  $137,100$194,300$338,100
  92.8%92.9%100.0%
  73.689.1100.0
  68.777.5100.0

   100=National Average

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