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Dayton, KY is an excellent place for potential renters. The average 2 bedroom rent is notably lower than the US average at only $1,070 per month. This makes Dayton much more affordable than many other parts of the country. Groceries are also quite reasonable here with a grocery cost index of 95 compared to 100 in the US.
In terms of local businesses, there are plenty of great options in Dayton. This includes local favorite restaurants such as Moonshine BBQ or Mi Pueblo Mexican Restaurant as well as stores like Walmart Supercenter and Kroger Food & Pharmacy. Additionally, there are many quality employers in the area such as Amazon Fulfillment Center, DHL Express Service Point, and United Parcel Service Shipping Center who provide numerous jobs to members of the community. All in all, Dayton offers a lot to those looking for an affordable yet vibrant place to live.

Dayton has an unemployment rate of 4.4%. The US average is 6.0%.

Dayton has seen the job market increase by 2.0% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 39.2%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Dayton
- The Sales Tax Rate for Dayton is 6.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Dayton is 8.9%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Dayton
- The average income of a Dayton resident is $17,289 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Dayton resident is $55,130 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyDayton, KentuckyUnited States
  4.46
  -5.4%-6.2%
  39.2%33.5%
  6.0%6.2%
  8.1%4.6%
  $35,311$37,638
  $55,130$69,021
  $59,879$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.3%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  6.2%6.8%
  12.2%10.0%
  3.0%2.5%
  7.6%11.0%
  5.1%4.8%
  0.0%0.8%
  1.5%1.9%
  6.8%4.7%
  2.2%1.9%
  16.0%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  4.3%4.2%
  6.4%9.3%
  13.3%14.0%
  0.3%2.1%
  6.7%7.0%
  3.9%4.8%
  4.2%4.7%
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Over 15 years ago

Dayton is not that bad of a place to live. not alot of crimes. Racisim has gone down a little bit since when i first moved here in 2000. things have gotten alot  More

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Over 17 years ago

i visit dayton ky and what happen to me shock the mess out of me i was suppose to met a lady whichis a different culture, which if your an interracial couple please  More

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