Cost of Living in Fountain Run, KY

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17%
Overall NAT. AVG.
3%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
47%
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 Fountain Run Kentucky National
Cost of living8388100
Groceries9798100
Health care9897100
Housing5370100
Transportation9396100
Utilities9295100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9295100
Household Items9897100
Education & Childcare9894100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Fountain Run is 6% lower than the Kentucky average
  • The cost of living in Fountain Run is 17% lower than the national average
  • Fountain Run housing is 47% 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$59,754$4,980$1,394$1,793
      Renters$73,400$6,117$1,713$2,202

      Kentucky Sales Tax

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      Kentucky 6% 6%

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      Kentucky 4.5% 4.5%

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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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