Cost of Living in Jamestown, KY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
60.3
100 = national avg
-39.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$26,534
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$62,717
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing56.6
Food69.6
Transportation62.1
Healthcare75.7
Utilities73.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$660
per month
2 Bedroom
$866
per month
The overall cost of living index in Jamestown is 60.3, which is 39.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 56.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $26,534 per year to cover basic expenses.