Cost of Living in Wellington, KY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
155.5
100 = national avg
+55.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$68,419
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$161,717
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing193.3
Food123.6
Transportation147.1
Healthcare118.9
Utilities132.8
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 Wellington is 155.5, which is 55.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 193.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $68,419 per year to cover basic expenses.