Cost of Living in Louisville/Jefferson County metro government (balance), KY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
104.7
100 = national avg
+4.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,070
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$108,894
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing114.0
Food99.5
Transportation99.0
Healthcare99.6
Utilities102.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,047
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,272
per month
The overall cost of living index in Louisville/Jefferson County metro government (balance) is 104.7, which is 4.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 114.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,070 per year to cover basic expenses.