Cost of Living in Paris, KY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
85.0
100 = national avg
-15.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,383
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$88,359
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing83.5
Food87.8
Transportation88.4
Healthcare90.2
Utilities89.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,079
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,272
per month
The overall cost of living index in Paris is 85.0, which is 15.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 83.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,383 per year to cover basic expenses.