Zip 42462 (Waverly, KY) Cost of Living


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United States / Kentucky / No Metro Area / Union County / Waverly / Waverly (zip 42462)

Waverly cost of living score
71.8
Less expensive
28.2% lower
than the US average
12.8% lower
than the Kentucky average
Waverly (zip 42462), Kentucky gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 71.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 28.2% lower than the U.S. average and 12.8% higher than the average for Kentucky.

Zip 42462 (Waverly, KY)

Housing costs in Waverly?
A typical home costs $148,600, which is 56.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 23.5% less expensive than the average Kentucky home, at $194,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Waverly costs $960 per month, which is 32.9% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 4.2% more than the state average of $920.

Can I afford Waverly?
To live comfortably in Waverly (zip 42462), Kentucky, a minimum annual income of $28,440 for a family, and $31,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Waverly?
The cost of living in 42462 Waverly, KY is very affordable. Housing costs are well below the national average, with a median home value of $78,400 and median rent of just under $600. Transportation costs are also low due to the town's small size; taxi fares, bus tickets, and gas prices are all quite low. Groceries and other everyday items are also inexpensive. The overall cost of living here is about 10 percent lower than the U.S. average – making it a great choice if you're looking for a comfortable place to live without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesWaverlyKentuckyUnited States
  71.882.3100.0
  9194.2100
  121.9102.2100.0
  35.856.9100.0
  $148,600$194,300$338,100
  92.0%92.9%100.0%
  77.789.1100.0
  69.677.5100.0

   100=National Average

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