Cost of Living in Barbourville, KY

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8%
Overall NAT. AVG.
3%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
21%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Barbourville Kentucky National
Cost of living9288100
Groceries9798100
Health care9697100
Housing7970100
Transportation10096100
Utilities9795100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9595100
Household Items9797100
Education & Childcare9794100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Barbourville is 4% higher than the Kentucky average
  • The cost of living in Barbourville is 8% lower than the national average
  • Barbourville housing is 21% lower than the national average
  • Kentucky general sales tax is 18% higher than the national average
  • Kentucky state income tax is 73% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$0$0$0$0
      Renters$45,418$3,785$1,060$1,363

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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