Cost of Living in Shively, KY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
80.6
100 = national avg
-19.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,455
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$83,803
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing82.3
Food85.6
Transportation71.1
Healthcare88.4
Utilities87.8
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 Shively is 80.6, which is 19.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 82.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,455 per year to cover basic expenses.