Cost of Living in Prestonsburg, KY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
62.7
100 = national avg
-37.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$27,600
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$65,238
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing61.7
Food70.8
Transportation60.7
Healthcare76.7
Utilities74.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$689
per month
2 Bedroom
$904
per month
The overall cost of living index in Prestonsburg is 62.7, which is 37.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 61.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $27,600 per year to cover basic expenses.