Cost of Living in Buffalo, KY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
74.5
100 = national avg
-25.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$32,768
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$77,452
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing86.8
Food73.4
Transportation66.9
Healthcare78.7
Utilities81.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$846
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,056
per month
The overall cost of living index in Buffalo is 74.5, which is 25.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 86.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,768 per year to cover basic expenses.