Cost of Living in California, KY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
99.7
100 = national avg
-0.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,876
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$103,706
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing80.1
Food108.8
Transportation112.7
Healthcare107.0
Utilities101.3
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 California is 99.7, which is 0.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 80.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,876 per year to cover basic expenses.