Cost of Living in Dawson Springs, KY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
58.7
100 = national avg
-41.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$25,830
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$61,052
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing50.5
Food74.2
Transportation48.3
Healthcare79.3
Utilities74.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$686
per month
2 Bedroom
$900
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dawson Springs is 58.7, which is 41.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 50.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $25,830 per year to cover basic expenses.