Cost of Living in Horse Cave, KY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
76.0
100 = national avg
-24.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$33,436
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$79,031
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing59.9
Food89.7
Transportation79.4
Healthcare91.8
Utilities85.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$747
per month
2 Bedroom
$866
per month
The overall cost of living index in Horse Cave is 76.0, which is 24.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 59.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $33,436 per year to cover basic expenses.