Cost of Living in Paintsville, KY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
60.7
100 = national avg
-39.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$26,717
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$63,150
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing65.0
Food70.4
Transportation40.8
Healthcare76.3
Utilities75.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$696
per month
2 Bedroom
$866
per month
The overall cost of living index in Paintsville is 60.7, which is 39.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 65.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $26,717 per year to cover basic expenses.