Cost of Living in Alexandria, KY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
134.4
100 = national avg
+34.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$59,116
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$139,728
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing122.4
Food129.3
Transportation158.6
Healthcare123.4
Utilities122.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,051
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,353
per month
The overall cost of living index in Alexandria is 134.4, which is 34.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 122.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $59,116 per year to cover basic expenses.